as in deteriorated
to become worse or of less value
in the years following the closing of the last textile mill, the town atrophied
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The inside story of how this relationship deteriorated is worth a read.—
Chris Branch,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025 -
The increase in tests came as relations with the United States and its regional allies deteriorated and Pyongyang pulled closer to Russia.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
7 Jan. 2025
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The rest of the batting order crumbled as sure as night follows day.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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But Indianapolis’ defense crumbled on the ensuing drive, allowing Lock to lead a nine-play, 70-yard TD drive capped by his 5-yard scramble into the end zone.—
James Boyd,
The Athletic,
29 Dec. 2024
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However, wider market fundamentals have not materially altered and have somewhat worsened.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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Early in his treatment, tests showed the chemo had worsened Olson’s anemia.—
J. David McSwane,
ProPublica,
20 Dec. 2024
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As tens of thousands of visitors from around the world descended on Miami for the city’s annual art celebration, a lucky few were invited to an immersive experience that blended contemporary art with fashion, mixology, and luxury travel.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Dec. 2024
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Last month, the Snow Ball descended upon New York City to host a dinner at Cocos at Colette to get the snowball rolling ahead of the gala.—
Nadja Sayej,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Recession fears have diminished, inflation is trending back toward 2 percent, and the labor market has rebalanced, but remains strong.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
26 Dec. 2024
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The theme of running recurred, as did moments of isolation, with Abraham appearing preoccupied and diminished, unable to fully participate as the others moved around him.—
Jennifer Homans,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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