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The moon retains its relative shape. It's difference is not noticeable as it loses or gains matter very very slowly. What you are seeing is its shadow moving. On occasion, you can see the earth's shadow on the moon's surface. The earths atmosphere can also have a lens effect when the moon is near the horizon.

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