become small

Frequency: 7.522.4 per million words

To change from a larger size to a smaller size.

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Examples (10)

  • As the sun set, the mountains began to become small in the distance.
  • The once-large empire eventually became small and fragmented.
  • With age, his handwriting started to become small and difficult to read.
  • The fabric will shrink and become small if washed in hot water.
  • She hopes her business will not become too small to be profitable.
  • The town became small and insignificant after the main industry closed down.
  • The spaceship appeared to become small as it ascended into the atmosphere.
  • After the renovations, the room felt like it had become small.
  • He feared his contributions would become small and unnoticeable.
  • The planet's population began to become small due to a mysterious plague.