- present tense form of exacerbate (3rd person singular).
exacerbates
Example Sentences
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More recent research suggests that introducing AI only exacerbates vulnerabilities.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
Real estate agent Bret Parsons said in many cases, it doesn’t make sense for homeowners to sell even if they want to, which exacerbates the supply shortage.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026
He agrees that tech should help to “relieve humans of arduous, repetitive or dangerous tasks” and “provide intelligent support,” but also warns of growing A.I.-induced inequality, which exacerbates poverty and forced migration.
From Slate ● May 28, 2026
Borrowed money magnifies returns when share prices are rising as smaller investors are able to gain far more exposure to the upside, but when share prices fall that leverage exacerbates losses.
From MarketWatch ● May 21, 2026
I’m frightened, but I’m not sure what I’m afraid of, which just exacerbates the fear.
From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins
