shrunk

Example Sentences

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Its reservoirs have declined dramatically over the last 25 years as drought compounded by climate change has shrunk the river flow.

From Los Angeles Times

She’d stood over him the entire time, her eyes narrowed and mouth pursed into a thin line, and the kid had practically shrunk five inches by the time it was all over.

From Literature

China is also facing serious demographic challenges: its population has shrunk for three years in a row.

From Barron's

The strong magnetic region over Canada has shrunk by 0.65% of Earth's surface area, roughly the size of India.

From Science Daily

Also striking: The share owned by the decile of wealthy households that rank just below the top 1% has shrunk slightly.

From The Wall Street Journal