visibly shrink

Examples (10)

• The old wool sweater seemed to visibly shrink after being washed in hot water.
• Under the harsh spotlight, the nervous performer began to visibly shrink before the audience's eyes.
• His brave facade would visibly shrink whenever he faced a truly challenging opponent.
• The once-large ice sculpture began to visibly shrink under the afternoon sun, losing its intricate details.
• She watched her savings visibly shrink with each unexpected medical expense.
• Whenever directly criticized, the shy student would visibly shrink in her chair, avoiding eye contact.
• The vastness of the universe can make one's personal problems visibly shrink in perspective.
• As the project deadline loomed, their remaining time seemed to visibly shrink by the hour.
• After the embarrassing gaffe, his public approval rating began to visibly shrink.
• If the economy continues to struggle, many businesses might see their profits visibly shrink.