shrink

Definition

  • verb: to become smaller in amount, size, or value
  • verb: to contract or curl up the body or part of it
  • synonyms: huddle, shudder, quake

Examples

  • He doesn't 'shrink from' telling the truth, no matter how painful it may be.

  • He's no 'shrinking violet' when it comes to competition.

  • The treatment should 'shrink' the tumor.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Yeah. Yeah, it was. Well, I doubt they ever admired you, Bob. Hey, asshole, aren't you supposed to be consoling me? I'm not a shrink, Bob. I'm a wake-up call. You know why kids love athletes? I don't know. Because they screw lingerie models? No, that's why we love athletes. Kids love athletes (..)
    2009 Up in the Air