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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

deteriorating

/dɪtɪəˈreɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does deteriorating mean?

verb

Gradually becoming worse or less effective; deteriorating in quality or condition.

Example

"The city's infrastructure has been deteriorating for years, leading to frequent power outages."

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