21.   The problem has been compounded by other factors, including increased water abstraction and land drainage.

22.   The problem is compounded by the fact that the term means different things to different people.

23.   Financial problems have been compounded by lower sales in the Pronuptia-Youngs division.

24.   The report compounded the problems facing the Socialist government just nine days before a general election.

25.   Also, so far this spring, levels of pollen and mold spores are not unusually high, which would also compound the problem.

26.   Although it may appear to be a solution, you are more likely compounding your problem and creating an explosive situation.

27.   Among the many types of problems seen by mental health counselors are individuals who continue repeating unhealthy patterns of behavior, thus compounding their problems.

28.   An inefficient management structure compounded the problems, the company said.

29.   And now Johnson must decide whether he should risk compounding the problem.

30.   And last year, with Colorado, the coziness of Coors Field compounded his problems.