worsening
Example Sentences
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They’re preparing for worsening droughts as climate change makes water from the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta and the Colorado River less reliable.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Loss of the hills is boosting already dangerously hot city temperatures, raising the risk of desertification, and worsening health problems, experts warn.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
Years of worsening health led to declining mobility and, three years ago, Bethany lost the use of her legs completely.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Among the risks linked to exceeding Earth's "biocapacity" are worsening climate impacts, biodiversity loss, declining food and water security, and increasing inequality.
From Science Daily • May 27, 2026
She warns that conditions are worsening and a Level 3 alert has been called.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
