shrunk

Example Sentences

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“I don’t think this is it,” Jack whispers to Ma on his final trip to the shed, which seems to have mysteriously shrunk from the place he remembers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

They also shrunk the footprint of a new development: buildings, parking lots and other structures could only cover 10% of a property, down from 50%.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

In 2025, employment in the U.S. would have shrunk if not for healthcare.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

The result is that supply has increased, prices are down, sales are up, and buying costs have shrunk.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

We want Zuckerman to think Wilbur is nicely filled out, not all shrunk up.

From "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White