shrank

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The economy 21-country eurozone shrank 0.2 percent compared to the previous three-month period, according to the EU's statistics agency, which had earlier estimated first quarter growth to be near-flat at 0.1 percent.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Canada’s economy unexpectedly shrank for a second consecutive quarter as activity stalled at the start of the year, raising the likelihood the country dipped into a recession.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

OTTAWA—Canada’s economy unexpectedly shrank for a second consecutive quarter with a dip in activity to start the year as exports faltered but imports rose and weakness in business and government investment balanced increased household spending.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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

The ice expanded and shrank as if it were breathing.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young