No. 15,445 in German
verschärfen
To intensify or exacerbate.
In a sentence
Die Regierung beschloss, die Gesetze zu verschärfen.
The government decided to tighten the laws.
Here, 'verschärfen' is used in the context of enforcing stricter regulations or laws.
Der Konflikt hat sich durch die neuen Entwicklungen verschärft.
The conflict intensified due to the new developments.
In this sentence, 'verschärfen' refers to a situation becoming more severe or critical.
Die Diskussion wurde durch emotionale Äußerungen verschärft.
The discussion was aggravated by emotional statements.
This usage of 'verschärfen' indicates exacerbating or adding intensity to a conversation or argument.
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