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Make matters worse
Verb
Definitions
1.
Verb
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."
Synonyms
do more harm than good
add insult to injury
confound
mess up
goof up
stuff up
outblunder
rub salt in someone's wounds
screw up
muck up
misalter
move the problem
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