1. When it's cold, our muscles contract to produce heat.
当寒冷时,我们的肌肉会收缩以产生热量。
2. This rubber band can contract to a very small size.
这个橡皮筋可以收缩到很小的尺寸。
3. His arm muscles contract when he exerts force.
他的手臂肌肉在用力时会收缩。
4. As we age, our skin gradually contracts.
随着年龄增长,皮肤会逐渐收缩。
5. This material contracts when heated.
这个材料在加热时会收缩。