deteriorate

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After she didn’t return to the den for several days and her cub’s condition started to dangerously deteriorate, the Department of Fish and Wildlife authorized the park service to intervene and rescue him.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Some economists say economic conditions could deteriorate if the nations are still fighting in June or early July.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

For longevity seekers like Scott and Chitwood, the reasons behind their pursuit is simple: They see the way older people deteriorate, and they want to ensure they avoid that fate.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

The firm expects net flows for retail private credit vehicles to deteriorate further into the second half of 2026, “given lower prospective returns and considerable negative media coverage on this topic.”

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

Maybe when you deteriorate back down the ladder of evolution as I have, when you sink into the tomb world slough of being a special—well, best to abandon that line of inquiry.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick