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contraction

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. contraction
2. shrinking

This noun refers to the act of contracting or shrinking, used in both scientific and everyday contexts. It often describes muscles contracting, materials shrinking, or economies contracting.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

You really think investment won't contract in this economy?

Sentence 2

If the market does contract, we'll consider pulling out.

Sentence 3

At what temperature does the material start to contract?

Sentence 4

With all these schedule changes, my free time just keeps shrinking.

Sentence 5

The tube contracted right in front of me and completely changed shape!