Make-matters-worse Definition

verb

(idiomatic) To worsen an already difficult situation or unfavourable set of circumstances, typically by acting rashly, foolishly, or incompetently.

His resentful attitude only made matters worse during the custody proceedings.
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Make-matters-worse Sentence Examples

  • Do not hit or threaten your dog becaus this will only serve to make matters worse.

  • To make matters worse Gordon Brown has introduced direct disincentives to save.

  • English Nature fear more intensive weed control will simply make matters worse for farmland biodiversity, which are the most at risk.

  • To make matters worse they can use words like "eco-friendly, "safe for the environment" or a host of other "green" sounding words when in fact, the contents contain toxic elements.

  • To make matters worse he is surrounded by criminals who were sent away by his father.

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