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is deteriorating

  • present progressive of deteriorate (3rd person singular).

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The six-to-12 month outlook for financial markets is deteriorating as inventories fall, inflation risks rise and higher capital costs become more relevant for the AI capital expenditure boom.

From MarketWatch May 22, 2026

"All I can say is we are depressed here because of the current situation -- and that situation is deteriorating," he added.

From Barron's Mar. 4, 2026

Our collective physical and mental health is deteriorating.

From Salon Jan. 19, 2026

"Each of our clients' health is deteriorating rapidly," says the letter.

From BBC Dec. 10, 2025

I learned so much so fast, and now my mind is deteriorating rapidly.

From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes