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How to pronounce shrinking in American English

“shrinking” pronunciation by American speakers

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“shrinking” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. So shrinking an area, shrinking in thickness.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  2. you can already see this group of pharmaceutical firms shrinking and shrinking and shrinking over over

    Dept of Justice

  3. shrinking fiscal deficit.

    The Obama White House

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