The economy was contracting at a rate of over 6 percent - the worst in decades.

In the previous quarter, the economy contracted at a 1.3 percent annual rate.

His face contracted slightly at the lack of recognition on the other end.

The man's long, lined face contracted at the touch of it in his hand.

It may also be easier to contract the muscles for just two or three seconds at first.

Last year, we had 100 homes contracted in that period at an average of $956,970.

If you happen to contract a skin disorder at some point, there are chances you'll experience not just one but several side effects.

In 1964, further expansions were contracted at a total cost of $1,667,000.

The Queensland economy last contracted during the 1990-91 financial year at a rate of -0.7%.

The other stopped playing when he contracted glaucoma at age 35.