Example Sentences

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But by choking off agricultural production, transport and markets, Rwanda’s M23 allies are aggravating Congo’s hunger crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

These casualties are aggravating, sure, but they allow Chalamet’s star to shine so bright that it blinds.

From Salon • Dec. 25, 2025

"Your serious previous conviction and her obvious vulnerability are aggravating factors."

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2022

After the verdicts, Attorney General Keith Ellison said: “We believe there are aggravating factors and the sentence should exceed the sentencing guidelines.”

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2021

And I am told there are aggravating circumstances.

From Foes by Johnston, Mary