Cerca
to shrink
01
restringersi
(of clothes or fabric) to become smaller when washed with hot water
Intransitive
Example
Be cautious with the new sweater; it tends to shrink in hot water.
The woolen scarf has shrunk after being accidentally washed with warm water.
02
ridursi, diminuire
to decrease in size or volume
Intransitive
Example
The budget for the project had to shrink due to funding cuts.
Over time, the population of endangered species can shrink, leading to concerns about their survival.
03
ritirarsi, indietreggiare
to pull back or show hesitation due to fear, aversion, or reluctance
Intransitive
Example
She has a phobia of spiders, causing her to shrink in fear whenever she encounters one.
Ha una fobia dei ragni, che la fa ritirarsi in paura ogni volta che ne incontra uno.
The loud noise startled her, causing her to shrink instinctively and cover her ears.
Il rumore forte la sorprese, facendola ritirarsi istintivamente e coprire le orecchie.
Shrink
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psichiatra, neuropsichiatra
a physician who specializes in psychiatry
Parole Vicine
