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shrink

[shringk] / ʃrɪŋk /




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But, as religious freedom activists point out, once the purge starts, the circle of who is considered an insider tends to shrink.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

It is often known as male or female pattern hair loss, and it usually develops gradually as hair follicles shrink over time.

From Science Daily • Jun. 7, 2026

Higher yields make bonds more competitive and shrink the present value of profits that won’t show up for years—which is exactly the kind of profit growth stocks are priced on.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

He refers to certain plastics, such as shrink wrap, as the most “visible” aspect of vinyl record pollution to consumers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

“You must not shrink from tonight’s war. Reach down beneath your fur—or whatever that is covering your hideous body—and bring out the inner feline: the battle cat!”

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth




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