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