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Reduced in size as a result of shrinkage
“Her other features, overshadowed by this denseness of bone, appeared shrunken in contrast.”
Restricted or low in size or space
Forming a very small remnant of something that was once greater or more noticeable
Past participle for to make or become physically smaller in size
“I look for any sign that Tasha's girdle size will shrink in half before sunup.”
Past participle for to (gradually) decrease or reduce in level, amount or degree
“Commenters noted that if merchants leave, tax revenues would shrink, property values would go down, and the quality of municipal services and education would suffer.”
Past participle for to decline or deteriorate in state or health
“She could go without exercise for several weeks and her muscles would shrink.”
Past participle for to move back or away from, especially because of fear or disgust
“They shrink in fear at the sight of the giant stone demon, Chernabog.”
Past participle for to shy away from, or have misgivings about
“This was not done with a design to shrink from a direct answer.”
Past participle for to reduce in extent or quantity
Past participle for to retreat or flee from a (hostile) place or situation
Past participle for to lower the body quickly
Past participle for to contract, or cause to contract, by removing air from
Past participle for to render or make something smaller in size
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