Sekirov Dictionary

shrinking

/ˈʃɹɪŋkɪŋ/

adjective 1
noun 1
forms 3
phrases 1

adjective1

Shy and retiring.

noun1

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The act of one who, or that which, shrinks; act of becoming smaller or moving timidly away.
- […] the silent grief beyond the power of words—the generous consolations of the noble sister—the shrinkings of the poor criminal, and his relapsings into a gentler penitence […] — 1822

forms

shrinkings · more shrinking · most shrinking

Phrases with shrinking

shrinking violet
A very shy or timid person, who avoids contact with others if possible.

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