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Deteriorate

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To become progressively worse or less valuable; to decline in quality, strength, or condition.

Senses and Usages:

1. General Sense: to become worse in quality or condition

Example Sentence: The abandoned house started to deteriorate rapidly, with its windows broken and its walls crumbling.

2. Health Sense: to become worse in health or physical condition

Example Sentence: If you ignore your dental hygiene, your teeth will deteriorate and lead to serious oral problems.

3. Economy Sense: to decline gradually in economic value

Example Sentence: The value of the currency deteriorated due to inflation, causing prices to skyrocket.

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