Cryptic crossword clue
Shrinks denim? His is ripped 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word DIMINISHES

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What does DIMINISHES mean?

DIMINISHES verb
  1. To make smaller.
  2. To become smaller.
  3. To lessen the authority or dignity of; to put down; to degrade; to abase; to weaken; to nerf (in gaming).
  4. To taper.
  5. To disappear gradually.
  6. To take away; to subtract.

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