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
The Federal Reserve’s balance sheet shrinkage is not tightening until the repo is at least empty and at that stage the balance sheet should be down to pre-Covid levels adjusted for inflation.
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Clem Chambers, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Overall, Richemont’s first-half shrinkage was small thanks chiefly to jewelry, the group’s largest division, where sales rose 2 percent to 7.1 billion euros.
—Samantha Conti, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
The chemical is used during the dyeing process and to help reduce shrinkage, mold growth and wrinkles.
—Topher Sanders, ProPublica, 9 Dec. 2024
Editor's tip: Start drying at the roots, working your way down the lengths of your hair to reduce frizz and prevent shrinkage.
—Erin Parker, Allure, 4 Dec. 2024
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Clem Chambers, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Overall, Richemont’s first-half shrinkage was small thanks chiefly to jewelry, the group’s largest division, where sales rose 2 percent to 7.1 billion euros.
—Samantha Conti, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
The chemical is used during the dyeing process and to help reduce shrinkage, mold growth and wrinkles.
—Topher Sanders, ProPublica, 9 Dec. 2024
Editor's tip: Start drying at the roots, working your way down the lengths of your hair to reduce frizz and prevent shrinkage.
—Erin Parker, Allure, 4 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for shrinkage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shrinkage
Noun
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In the first half of 2024, 3.12 million animals entered U.S. shelters, according to Shelter Animals Count, a decrease from the same period in 2023.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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Analysts project earnings of $0.68 per share on sales of $14.11 billion, indicating a decrease from the earnings of $0.82 per share and sales of $14.88 billion in the same quarter last year.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The potential reduction in Medicaid funding raises concerns about the ability to meet the healthcare and educational needs of vulnerable populations.—
John D. Simmons,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2025
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Furthermore, lower price realization also contributed to the reduction in the company’s sales.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Yet, the job is so enormous, he’s hardly made a dent.—
Nicole Russell,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Would a $3,500 U.S.-made iPhone make a dent in sales?—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But its sales in the Greater China region, including Hong Kong and Taiwan, fell slightly to $16 billion, about a 2% decline from the previous year.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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American craft distilleries are facing some tough times, with the looming threat of tariffs, declines in sales, and established operations having to declare bankruptcy.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
1 May 2025
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Type: Sneaker | Heel drop: 8mm | Shoe weight: 8.8 oz.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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The multinational conglomerate reported first-quarter net revenues of 35.8 billion euros ($40.7 billion), reflecting a 14% drop from the same period last year.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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“Shrinkage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shrinkage. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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