shrink
Aussprache: [ʃrɪŋk]
Wort
Kontext: „change in size“
(verb) to become smaller in size or amount. It's like when you put a sweater in the washing machine and it gets smaller. Things can shrink for many reasons, like heat or losing water.
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The sweater shrank after I washed it in hot water.
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The balloon didn't shrink at all; it stayed just as big.
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Why did the fruit shrink after being left out in the sun?
Kontext: „emotion“
(verb) to feel less confident or become more afraid in a situation. Imagine you're nervous about speaking in front of a big group, and you start to feel really small inside.
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She didn't shrink from the challenge of speaking in front of everyone.
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He didn't shrink back, even when facing his fears.
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Do you sometimes feel like you want to shrink when you're nervous?
Kontext: „physical object“
(noun) a person who helps others with their feelings and thoughts, often about problems in life. This person listens and talks with you to help you feel better, like a friendly helper.
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I visited my shrink today, and it helped me feel more relaxed.
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I don't think I need to see a shrink; I'm feeling fine.
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Have you ever thought about talking to a shrink?
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