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We think the answer is "SHRINKING" which means:
- noun
- • Process or result of becoming less or smaller
- • The act of becoming less verb
- • To cause to become smaller.
- • To become smaller; to contract.
- • To cower or flinch.
- • To draw back; to withdraw.
- • To withdraw or retire, as from danger.
- • To move back or away, especially because of fear or disgust.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The shrinking of the ice caps is a concerning indication of climate change."
- • "The shrinking of the company's profits led to layoffs."
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