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worsen
1. v. To make worse; to impair.
The global warming has worsened the weather.
2. v. (intransitive) To become worse; to get worse.
The weather has worsened.
3. v. (transitive, obsolete) To get the better of; to worst.

Example Sentences

Yes, yes, that's the usual feeling, now, does this condition worsen as the day goes on?  Tensions worsen as schisms appear between the quartet.  If his nosebleeds continue or worsen, get a blood test done, as it can very occasionally be a sign of a clotting problem, and heavy blood loss can make a child anaemic.

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