grow slowly

Frequency: 8.2135.9 per million words

Used to describe a gradual increase or development.

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Examples (20)

  • The economy continues to grow slowly despite the reforms.
  • The sapling began to grow slowly after being transplanted.
  • Oak trees grow slowly but live for hundreds of years.
  • With careful nurturing, the young entrepreneur's business started to grow slowly.
  • Her confidence began to grow slowly as she practiced.
  • The ancient tree continued to grow slowly, adding a new ring each year.
  • The small village grew slowly into a bustling town.
  • After the injury, his confidence began to grow slowly.
  • Our customer base is growing slowly but steadily.
  • The community's understanding of the issue will grow slowly as more information becomes available.
  • Suspicion grew slowly among the crew members.
  • Even in harsh conditions, life can grow slowly.
  • This species of plant tends to grow very slowly.
  • The artist's reputation began to grow slowly with each successful exhibition.
  • Their friendship grew slowly over many shared experiences.
  • The economy is expected to grow slowly in the coming fiscal year.
  • The realization of the problem grew slowly in his mind.
  • As the plant adapted to its new environment, it started to grow slowly but steadily.
  • We expect the market demand to grow slowly next year.
  • The seeds of doubt started to grow slowly in her mind.