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to deteriorate
01
to decline in quality, condition, or overall state
Intransitive
Examples
If left untreated, metal exposed to harsh weather can deteriorate over time.
Neglecting regular maintenance can cause a car 's performance to deteriorate.
02
to make worse
Transitive: to deteriorate quality or condition of something
Examples
The harsh weather conditions deteriorated the roads, causing potholes and cracks to form.
Continuous exposure to sunlight can deteriorate the quality of certain fabrics.
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deterioration
deteriorate
