- present tense form of exacerbate (3rd person singular).
exacerbates
Example Sentences
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This exacerbates anti-competitive dynamics in industries with large or dominant players, and places acute pressure on small companies across the economy.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 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
He added that the cost of living in Jersey exacerbates the difficulties with the average three bedroom house now costing £695,000.
From BBC ● May 8, 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
