grow pale
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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.