How is the word сжиматься translated from Russian to English

Становиться меньше или короче.

Became smaller or shorter.

verb
English translation
contracted

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  • Мышца резко сжалась. The muscle contracted sharply.

  • Она заразилась вирусом на работе. She contracted the virus at work.

  • За ночь металл сжался на холоде. The metal contracted overnight in the cold.

  • Несколько путешественников заразились одной и той же инфекцией. Several travelers contracted the same infection.

  • Почему кожа так сильно сжалась? Why has the leather contracted so much?

  • Ты знаешь, когда она этим заразилась? Do you know when she contracted it?

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FAQ about “сжиматься”

How is “сжиматься” translated from Russian?
“сжиматься” translates into English as “contracted”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “сжиматься” mean?
Meaning of “сжиматься”: Становиться меньше или короче. In English — “contracted”.
What part of speech is “сжиматься”?
“сжиматься” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “сжиматься”?
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