The World Health Organization says there has been a sharp increase in the number of children in developing countries who weigh too much.

世界卫生组织表示，目前发展中国家体重超标的儿童数量急剧增加。

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There has been a sharp increase in vehicle excise.

机动车消费税剧增。

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There has been a sharp increase in Indian's balance of payment deficit.

印度的国际收支赤字急剧增加。

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A recent study shows a sharp increase in rock climbing injuries between nineteen ninety and two thousand seven.

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She says there has been a sharp increase in volunteers recently.

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More than 40 boats carrying refugees seeking asylum in Australia have been intercepted this year, a sharp increase from previous years.

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The company blamed a sharp increase in raw material prices and the UK's continuing economic difficulties.

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Its credit card portfolio, fortunately, did not see a sharp increase in deliquencies in December.

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The really good news was a sharp increase in investment spending, both fixed and residential.

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