on the increase
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Criminal damage to listed buildings is on the increase, the body which preserves and protects Welsh heritage has said.
From BBC • Sep. 5, 2025
Statistics show the number of people who choose the "do no donate" instruction was also on the increase over the past year.
From BBC • May 31, 2024
As the number of people diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease is on the increase, new treatments are urgently needed to improve the quality of life for people living with the disease.
From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2024
Experts who study such claims say they’re on the increase, thanks to the internet, social media and skepticism about traditional health care.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 31, 2024
Disgrace or not, it's on the increase," said Wilbur, "and fellows like you had better be careful how you go about advocating—" "No; I agree with Gano about that.
From The Open Question a tale of two temperaments by Robins, Elizabeth
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