is deteriorating
- present progressive of deteriorate (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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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
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