shrink gradually

Frequency: 7.010.8 per million words

to become smaller over a period of time

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Examples (10)

  • The fabric will shrink gradually after washing.
  • Due to the economic downturn, the company's profits began to shrink gradually.
  • As the temperature dropped, the metal components started to shrink gradually.
  • The population of the remote village has been observed to shrink gradually over the decades.
  • Without proper maintenance, the ice sculptures would shrink gradually in the sun.
  • The market share of the older technology started to shrink gradually with the advent of new innovations.
  • If you don't water it regularly, the plant's leaves will shrink gradually and turn yellow.
  • The government is concerned that the middle class may shrink gradually if economic disparities widen.
  • The size of the budget had to shrink gradually to accommodate unforeseen expenses.
  • Over time, even the most durable materials can shrink gradually due to wear and tear.