Does wash temperature shrink laundry?

Does wash temperature shrink laundry?
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answer:Yes. My experience has been that hot water shrinks things, and fades colors. Particulalry with cotton. Warm water shrinks things slightly, but I suck that up in order to get things “cleaner.” Cold water preserves size the best, which is why it’s used for delicates.
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