No. 13,690 in German
einlaufen
To shrink, arrive, or enter (depending on context).
In a sentence
Die Wäsche kann einlaufen, wenn sie heiß gewaschen wird.
The laundry can shrink if it is washed in hot water.
Here 'einlaufen' is used to convey 'to shrink,' typically in the context of fabrics or materials.
Das Schiff wird bald in den Hafen einlaufen.
The ship will soon enter the harbor.
In this context, 'einlaufen' means 'to enter,' typically used for ships or trains arriving at designated locations.
Die neuen Schuhe müssen erst eingelaufen werden.
The new shoes need to be broken in first.
Here, 'einlaufen' refers to the process of wearing new shoes so they become comfortable.
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