The economic crisis of the 1930s and the disastrous Chaco War (1932-35) exacerbated social tensions.

The 2008 financial crisis exacerbated the problem.

The economic crisis has obviously exacerbated the situation both at Member State level and among ordinary citizens.

The economic crisis has exacerbated these problems and shown the extent to which women are being exploited in the labour market.

The crisis has exacerbated the gender inequalities that already exist in employment.

The international economic crisis has limited growth and exacerbated unemployment, poverty and social exclusion.

The economic crisis has exacerbated the situation of many Europeans.

The economic and financial crisis has exacerbated the situation which the labour market is in across the whole of the European Union.

The current financial and economic crisis is exacerbating the problem.

The current financial and economic crisis has exacerbated the problem of SMEs' access to finance.