shrink
verb (used without object)
to draw back, as in retreat or avoidance.
Example Sentences
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The vineyard's harvests have already been shrinking over the years, dropping to around 5,000 litres -- enough for about 40,000 bottles -- compared to around 6,000 litres in the past.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
Consumer demand is shrinking because boomers — the industry’s biggest fans — are aging out of the wine market.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
The reason is that the labor force is shrinking as baby boomers continue to retire and immigration dries up.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
With increasing altitude and inventiveness and shrinking landing space.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
Even then, I find myself shrinking into my chair.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
