shrank
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French GDP shrank 0.1 percent in the first quarter, official data showed Friday, a downward revision from previous estimates that analysts warn could herald a recession for the eurozone's second-biggest economy.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
Travel spending shrank slightly in Los Angeles County last year as local crises drove away tourists and national policy alienated foreign visitors.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
Ancient rivers crossed a greener environment, feeding shallow lakes that grew and shrank over time.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
Dallas, meanwhile, was among the top 10 largest cities that shrank slightly in the most recent census-measured year, joining New York City and Los Angeles.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
While Misha shrank back in his seat, Nava slid out of hers and disappeared under the table.
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
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