as in decrease
the amount by which something is lessened
she knew that her diet was working by the striking shrinkage of her waist
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Recent Examples of shrinkage
Eating a diet rich in leafy greens, berries, and fish may help keep the brain younger for longer, with this eating pattern linked to slower shrinkage in key brain areas tied to memory and thinking, according to a new study published Tuesday in BMJ Neurology.
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Dr. Sumana Kondle, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
The structure combines polymers with different shrinkage and luster properties, producing a soft loft and diffuse reflection intended to mimic the sheen of rayon or silk.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
Attach with Velcro for easy removal and air dry to prevent shrinkage.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
CrowdStrike's stock is decline is a multiple shrinkage issue, not a problem with its business.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for shrinkage
Dr. Sumana Kondle, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
The structure combines polymers with different shrinkage and luster properties, producing a soft loft and diffuse reflection intended to mimic the sheen of rayon or silk.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
Attach with Velcro for easy removal and air dry to prevent shrinkage.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
CrowdStrike's stock is decline is a multiple shrinkage issue, not a problem with its business.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for shrinkage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shrinkage
Noun
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The 5% decrease in electric charges is set to go into effect in June, with no future adjustments to it planned.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Even a relatively small decrease to $4 a gallon could take one or two weeks, according to gas price tracking service GasBuddy.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The hotel has set waste and water reduction targets, including plastic and food waste prevention.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Pollution reduction, congestion reduction, improved safety, comfort, reliability.—
Jon Wertheim,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The rise of Kalshi and Polymarket — major players in the fast-growing world of prediction markets — could put a dent in those revenues, Lang fears.—
Todd Bookman,
NPR,
2 Apr. 2026
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There was also a large dent on the van's hood.—
Anna Meiler,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Patrick De Haan, a petroleum expert at GasBuddy, said prices at the pump could start dropping as soon as this weekend, although the decline could initially amount to only a few cents per gallon.—
Marissa Sulek,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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While not endangered, American woodcocks have experienced a population decline in recent decades.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The decibel scale is logarithmic, meaning every 10 dB drop roughly halves perceived loudness – so the gap between the P-12 Business and a conventional ferry isn't a marginal improvement.—
Omar Kardoudi
April 09,
New Atlas,
9 Apr. 2026
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The first three months of the year saw disparate trends in violence within the Chicago Police Department’s five patrol areas, records show, with a mixed bag of increases and further drops.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Shrinkage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shrinkage. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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