shrink
Example Sentences
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Second, the court did not shrink from this debate just because it may be that later courts will find that the warrant for Chatrie’s data was, in the end, legal.
From Slate • Jul. 1, 2026
In a speech, Jones said "Westminster must trust local leaders to make the right decisions" and suggested government departments could "shrink" if Burnham becomes prime minister.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
Netflix’s co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters also saw their pay packages shrink — Sarandos’ dropped 13% to $53.9 million and Peters’ fell 12% to $53.2 million.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026
Stock and option grants often vest over years and during that time, such awards can shrink in value or balloon, based on market performance and other factors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
Mr. Jones’s body appeared to shrink a few inches.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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