worsen
verb (used with or without object)
to make or become worse.
is worsening
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present progressiveof worsen (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Notably, the study did not find that climate change is worsening the other half of the El Niño Southern Oscillation System — La Niña.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
But families complain about the cost of living and the fiscal deficit is worsening.
From Barron's ● Aug. 2, 2026
One is whether patients with DMR who respond well to SSRIs should receive regular monitoring for signs that the valve is worsening.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 12, 2026
Many teens now prioritize coursework, test prep and other pursuits to impress college-admissions officers, but a lack of work experience is worsening their employment prospects after graduating.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026
“The thought around here is that it’s possible the Phalanxifor is worsening the edema, but we’d face far more serious problems if we discontinued its use.”
From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green
