100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "contract"

Definition

The verb Contract means to decrease in size, amount, or volume; to enter into a formal agreement or commitment; or to catch or develop (a disease or condition).

Synonyms

• Shrink
• Diminish
• Reduce
• Tighten
• Engage
• Form
• Agree
• Capture

Antonyms

• Expand
• Increase
• Enlarge
• Release
• Disengage
• Contract out

Examples

1. The balloon will contract as the air inside it cools.
2. When exposed to cold, the metal will contract and become smaller.
3. They decided to contract the services of a professional to complete the project.
4. He managed to contract a rare illness during his travels.
5. The muscles contract when you lift weights.
6. As the ice melts, the water will contract in volume.
7. We need to contract with a supplier for our materials.
8. If you don’t water the plants, they will contract and die.
9. They will contract with the new vendor starting next month.
10. She was worried that she might contract COVID-19 during the outbreak.
11. The company decided to contract its workforce to save costs.
12. The rubber band will contract when stretched too far.
13. It’s essential to contract proper legal advice before signing.
14. The disease can contract rapidly in crowded places.
15. As the temperature drops, the air will contract.
16. The team is looking to contract additional help for the busy season.
17. He feared he would contract the flu after being around sick people.
18. The fabric will contract when washed in hot water.
19. They plan to contract out the landscaping work next year.
20. She was careful not to contract any illnesses while traveling abroad.
21. The balloon will contract if it’s left in the sun too long.
22. We should contract a new cleaning service for the office.
23. If you don’t take precautions, you could contract a virus easily.
24. The metal will contract as it cools after being heated.
25. They opted to contract the job to a local firm.
26. He was worried he might contract an infection after the surgery.
27. The dough will contract slightly as it rises.
28. They needed to contract their services to meet the client's demands.
29. In colder weather, the pipes may contract and burst.
30. She was cautious not to contract any illnesses during her stay.
31. The company had to contract the project due to budget constraints.
32. The cells will contract when exposed to a hypertonic solution.
33. They decided to contract a marketing agency to improve their outreach.
34. If the temperature continues to drop, the materials will contract.
35. He was worried he could contract a serious illness from the outbreak.
36. The fabric tends to contract when washed in hot water.
37. The team will contract a consultant for expert advice.
38. If you don't handle the equipment properly, it might contract and break.
39. The company will contract for office supplies on a monthly basis.
40. He was advised to take precautions to avoid contracting any diseases.
41. The muscles contract during exercise to help lift weights.
42. As the ice melts, it will contract in volume.
43. The organization plans to contract out its janitorial services.
44. It’s crucial to contract with reliable partners for the project.
45. The virus can easily contract among unvaccinated populations.
46. The material will contract as it dries.
47. They had to contract their employees after the budget cuts.
48. She was worried that she might contract the illness from her coworker.
49. The muscles will contract when stimulated by electrical signals.
50. The company chose to contract with a new delivery service.
51. If you expose the balloon to cold air, it will contract.
52. We plan to contract with a local bakery for the event.
53. He took precautions to avoid contracting any infections.
54. The rubber band will contract back to its original size.
55. The team will contract with a new coach next season.
56. If you don’t take care of your health, you might contract something serious.
57. The materials will contract as they cool after fabrication.
58. They had to contract their services due to the pandemic.
59. The bacteria can easily contract and spread in unsanitary conditions.
60. The fabric tends to contract after the first wash.
61. The firm decided to contract for additional security personnel.
62. If the temperature rises too quickly, the glass may contract and shatter.
63. He was careful to avoid environments where he could contract diseases.
64. The muscles contract when you throw a ball.
65. The organization had to contract its outreach after funding cuts.
66. The balloon will contract if it’s not kept at a stable temperature.
67. They plan to contract with a consulting firm for the project.
68. You need to be careful not to contract any illnesses while traveling.
69. The metal components will contract when cooled rapidly.
70. The company will contract a specialist to handle the issue.
71. If the weather continues to change, the materials will contract.
72. He took measures to avoid contracting an illness during the outbreak.
73. The muscles contract during strenuous activity.
74. The balloon will contract as the air escapes.
75. We have decided to contract a new software provider.
76. It’s easy to contract a cold during the winter months.
77. The plastic will contract when exposed to heat.
78. They will contract with freelancers for additional support.
79. If the pipes contract, they may burst in the cold.
80. She took every precaution to avoid contracting the virus.
81. The muscles contract and relax during exercise.
82. The fabric will contract if washed in hot water.
83. The organization aims to contract with a new supplier next year.
84. The virus can easily contract in crowded areas.
85. The rubber band will contract when released.
86. They decided to contract with a new agency for their marketing needs.
87. He was worried about the possibility of contracting a disease.
88. The cells will contract under stress.
89. The team intends to contract out certain services to improve efficiency.
90. The material may contract when exposed to extreme temperatures.
91. He took steps to ensure he didn't contract any infections during his travels.
92. The balloon will contract if not inflated properly.
93. They need to contract with an expert for the project.
94. The virus can easily contract in densely populated areas.
95. The muscles will contract when stimulated.
96. If the air cools, the balloon will contract.
97. We plan to contract for additional resources during the peak season.
98. He was careful to avoid situations where he might contract a virus.
99. The fabric tends to contract after several washes.
100. The team decided to contract with a new vendor for better service.