shrunk

Example Sentences

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He notes that Armenia's dependence on Russian military equipment has shrunk dramatically, with around 95% of Armenia's military imports now coming from India, France, China and other countries.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

In 2025, employment in the U.S. would have shrunk if not for healthcare.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

By the time the police contract was finalized in 2023, the department had already shrunk to 9,000 officers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

In the northwest of the country, where mining activity is concentrated, glacial reserves have shrunk by 17 percent in the last decade, mainly due to climate change, according to glaciologists.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

It’s as if it’s shrunk, along with Bubbe, who is now shuffling into her bedroom with Dad to finish packing a case.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler