as in lush
covered with a thick healthy natural growth
a field lavishly grown with poppies
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as in produced
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
a dedicated home gardener who grows tomatoes in her small garden every summer
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as in progressed
to become mature
you've grown so much since we last saw each other
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as in become
to eventually have as a state or quality
he will grow angry if we don't answer his question
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Recent Examples of grown
Carved, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
In a nearby village, Tali (Sara Vino) and her grown kids also go into their shelter room.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2025
Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
The company has grown steadily over the years.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
Lenzing accomplished this aesthetic by cutting our fibers into varied lengths, mimicking the natural variation that happens in grown fibers like cotton or hemp.
—Carved, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
In a nearby village, Tali (Sara Vino) and her grown kids also go into their shelter room.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
The brand’s own platform in particular covers over 35 markets and its sales have constantly grown over the past five years, said the CEO.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
The company has grown steadily over the years.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grown
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This lush faux Norfolk pine garland features a more irregular, layered look for an organic feel.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
5 Nov. 2025
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The home sits in McClintock Woods, a neighborhood known for its lush tree canopy.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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There are alternative sources for jobs data, such as ADP’s private-sector payrolls and proxies produced by the Chicago Fed, which Goolsbee oversees, but few good ways to track consumer prices.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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My introduction to complex works was New American Radio, produced by Helen Thorington and Regine Beyer in the 1980s.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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But as the race progressed, Mamdani’s natural charm, catchy social media videos and populist economic platform energized voters in the notoriously expensive city.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Additionally, center Motiejus Krivas had some juice entering last season but dealt with a foot injury in the preseason that got worse as the season progressed and ultimately resulted in him being shut down in December.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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For millions across China, especially those who watch the US from a fascinated digital distance, Chen became a one-man portal into the American presidency, without the clunky geopolitical baggage.—
Mike Valerio,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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The visit of Yeovil Town this afternoon (Saturday) will be the first time Scunthorpe have played since Gjoshe became a victim of the knife attack.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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Oxygen produces green or red depending on the altitude, and nitrogen either blue or purple.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The pairs are connected through their use of gray, matching color blocking and neon green accents on their branding and midsoles.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Political leaders and many social media users raised questions about the effectiveness of flood preparations.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Biden then raised this handout to $130.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Expanding free childcare Mamdani also plans to boost affordability by expanding no-cost childcare to all children aged six weeks to five years.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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Extra añejo refers to tequila that has been aged for more than three years, and this new expression from the Last Drop far surpasses that.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
5 Nov. 2025
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Today, the American Royal still hosts its annual rodeo, equestrian show, livestock show, and the World Series of Barbecue, but gone are the days of horses, cattle, and marching bands parading through downtown Kansas City — or anywhere else.—
Patrick Salland,
Kansas City Star,
7 Nov. 2025
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Grech Motors has been around for more than four decades now, during which time it’s gone from building stretch limousines to high-end luxury shuttle buses and people movers.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Grown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grown. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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