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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

contracting

/kənˈtræktɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does contracting mean?

verb

The act of contracting or becoming smaller in size or amount. The process of becoming more compact or condensed.

Example

"The company is contracting its workforce due to financial difficulties."

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