make matters worse

短语

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词形变化

made matters worse makes matters worse 三单 makes matters worse making matters worse making matters worse 现在分词 made matters worse 过去式 made matters worse 过去分词

释义与例句

v.
  1. 1.

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

    习语

    His resentful attitude only made matters worse during the custody proceedings.