- present tense form of worsen (3rd person singular).
worsens
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That could make for a bumpy ride if recent investor anxiety worsens.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
In the future, regular genomic tests could allow clinicians to identify high-risk patients years before their disease worsens.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 1, 2026
Parkinson’s disease, according to the Mayo Clinic, is a nervous system movement disorder that worsens with time and cannot be cured.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
The numbers: The U.S. economy improved in July and businesses ramped up hiring, but the gains could prove short-lived if the conflict with Iran intensifies, oil prices climb even higher and inflation worsens.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
Why the damage worsens as Phineas grows older is unknown.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
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