grow pale

Frequency: 6.06.4 per million words

To gradually become pale, often implying increasing fear or illness.

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  • He started to grow pale when he heard the news of the accident.
  • Her face grew visibly pale as the doctor explained the diagnosis.
  • The child grew pale and started to shiver from the cold.
  • She could feel herself growing pale with fear as the footsteps approached.
  • If you don't eat enough, you might grow pale and feel weak.
  • The old photograph had grown pale over the years, losing its vibrant colors.
  • His complexion began to grow pale after several sleepless nights.
  • Watching the horror movie made her grow pale and hide her face.
  • By the end of the long journey, everyone looked exhausted and had grown pale.
  • The sudden shock caused him to grow pale and lose his balance.