grow to

Frequency: 7.385.3 per million words

Indicates reaching a certain size, level, or state (e.g., grow to maturity, grow to a height of six feet).

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Examples (10)

  • These plants can grow to a height of six feet.
  • The young eagle will eventually grow to maturity and leave the nest.
  • The small startup has grown to become a major player in the tech industry.
  • The town's population is expected to grow to over 50,000 in the next decade.
  • As I got older, I grew to appreciate the simple things in life.
  • His initial investment has grown to an impressive sum.
  • Over the years, her admiration for him grew to become deep affection.
  • The crack in the windshield could grow to a dangerous size if not repaired.
  • A blue whale can grow to a length of almost 30 meters.
  • What started as a small disagreement grew to become a major conflict.