exacerbate

Example Sentences

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Cuba's economic crisis has worsened since, with power blackouts exacerbated by the sudden suspension of oil supplies.

From Barron's

Yet economists have warned that measures aimed at supporting demand could exacerbate the crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Healthy Florida First’s lack of response for more details further exacerbated the misinformation.”

From Salon

Geographic proximity and access to prompt supply are critical factors, exacerbated by attacks on energy facilities and the closed Strait of Hormuz.

From Barron's

Government bond yields around the world headed higher, with the latest energy-price jump exacerbating fears about inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal