For a long time there is merely a sense of greater fullness when handled; the wrinkles in the skin become shallower and are effaced, and the teats are materially enlarged.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
But ever, as he struggled after that obdurate, unseen creature, he made for shallower water; and at length he reached dry land, and was glad to give the rod into Miss Honnor's hands again-the fish, which had never once shown himself, being now almost opposite her and in mid-channel.
"Prince Fortunatus"
William Black
As the arch became more and more depressed the mouldings became shallower and less effective.
"Our Homeland Churches and How to Study Them"
Sidney Heath