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Deteriorate

Definition

(formal) To become gradually worse in quality, condition, or strength; to decline or degenerate.

Example Sentences

1The company's financial situation began to deteriorate rapidly after the loss of its major client.
2Does the quality of the water deteriorate significantly during periods of drought?
3The city's infrastructure has deteriorated over the years due to lack of investment in maintenance.
4Avoid actions that could deteriorate the already fragile relationship between the two countries.
5There is evidence that the mental health of prisoners can deteriorate significantly during prolonged solitary confinement.

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