- past perfect of worsen.
Example Sentences
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On Friday, the Council of Europe's human rights commissioner warned that Serbia's rights situation had worsened, citing attacks on activists and journalists, shrinking civic space and alleged police abuses at protests.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
On Friday, the Council of Europe's human rights commissioner warned that Serbia's rights situation had worsened, citing attacks on activists and journalists, shrinking civic space and alleged police abuses at protests.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
A recent report by the California Department of Justice found that conditions had worsened at the immigration detention centers in the state.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
She said the condition had worsened while going through the menopause, amplifying her anxiety levels.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
And my cough had worsened considerably after a second night in the smoke-filled lodge.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
