How is the word сокращаться translated from Russian to English

Постепенно становиться меньше по размеру или числу.

To become gradually smaller or fewer.

verb
English translation
dwindle

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  • За зиму наши сбережения сократились. Our savings dwindled over the winter.

  • Толпа начала сокращаться после полуночи. The crowd began to dwindle after midnight.

  • Почему рыбные запасы здесь так быстро сокращаются? Why do fish stocks dwindle so quickly here?

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FAQ about “сокращаться”

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