"This decision," she said, "will certainly increase the number of cases that can get to a jury."

The decision could increase pressure on state legislatures to keep banks from moving operations to friendlier states.

The decision to close the bars early increased the size of the angry crowd.

The decision increased local concerns for the Island's economy.

Political decisions may also be taken suddenly and drastically to increase school enrolments.

County officials estimated that the decision would increase a typical homeowner's $6,000 property tax bill by $133 this year.

The decision could increase the amount of money available for such victims.

The decision increases the likelihood that some form of the provision would be included in a final bill.

Ms. Baldwin's decision to take a job even may have increased the health and safety risks faced by her children.

Some analysts warn that Kuwait's decision has increased a risk of expanding conflict.