exacerbation

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"The teacher had much patience with the struggling students. "

"The intricate making of the model airplane showcased the student's skill. "

"A cold wind whistled through the trees."

"The weekend is a good time for families to spend time together. "

"Abducting children is bad for mothers."

"The doctor was concerned about the severity of my cough, so he ordered a chest X-ray. "

"The increase in homework assignments this week was significant. "

"Go easy on him: he is but a child."

"My sister's new job offers a similar salary; it's a good such for someone with her experience. "

"The tomato plants had some kind of disease that left their leaves splotchy and fruit withered."

"I experienced a lot of new things during my summer vacation. "