worsen

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Some are concerned that AI could worsen what’s called a “K-shaped” economy, in which the rich see growth and most other people struggle with stagnating opportunities.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

One way to gauge how much those pressures could worsen is to monitor where the bond market expects inflation to go next.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

“Assuming inflation does not materially worsen versus expectations, we are optimistic on an improving ad market in FY27,” the analyst writes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

A prolonged conflict likely will worsen inflation, and the growing odds of a Federal Reserve rate hike creates further headwinds.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

I am pained to see Father’s condition worsen as he drifts in and out of sleep.

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar