shrink
verb
to become smaller in size
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verb
to make something smaller or firmer by pressing it, or to become smaller or firmer in this way
verb
if part of an object or animal retracts, or if it is retracted, it is pulled backwards or inside it
to become bigger or stronger and then smaller or weaker
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using the Internet where you work, during working hours, for activities which are not work-related
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… to reveal a small part of your intentions in order to attract support, without actually committing yourself to doing anything
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