grow into
phrasal verb
grew into; grown into; growing into; grows into
1
: to become (something) as time passes
She has grown into an accomplished and charming young woman.
His small company has grown into a huge international corporation.
2
: to become large enough for (a certain size of clothing)
Ben will grow into Billy's shoes in a year or two.
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Charlotte has been growing into a food hall hot spot and a new international one has joined the lineup of dining destinations: Alley 51, tucked inside the Super G Mart in Pineville.
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Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 24 May 2024
Bongo While Bongo the brand still exists, and has grown into categories including footwear, the company's jeans were the draw in the '90s — when low- and mid-rise denim reigned supreme.
—Virginia Chamlee, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
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Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 24 May 2024
Bongo While Bongo the brand still exists, and has grown into categories including footwear, the company's jeans were the draw in the '90s — when low- and mid-rise denim reigned supreme.
—Virginia Chamlee, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
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“Grow into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grow%20into. Accessed 31 May. 2024.
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