Example Sentences

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“This situation is expected to persist, as recent strikes on tankers are heightening security concerns and discouraging transit through the chokepoint.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

The new bank notes are heightening the pressures on Japan’s small businesses.

From New York Times • Jun. 7, 2024

The report found that shrinking natural resources due to adverse weather are heightening tensions across communities and displacing people.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 18, 2023

“Globally, spillovers from the crisis are heightening economic vulnerabilities in many countries that are already facing higher debt burdens and limited policy options as they recover from COVID-19,” Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said.

From Washington Times • Apr. 6, 2022

"When we look at various data, short-term inflation expectations are heightening, but medium- and long-term expectations are barely moving. At least for now, we're not seeing any major change in Japan's inflation expectations."

From Reuters • Mar. 18, 2022