grow into

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.

Examples of grow into in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The firm focused on growth investments, raising capital from endowments, foundations, sovereign funds, and family offices, but has since grown into an investment giant in the venture space. — Kirk Ogunrinde, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Founded in 2000, the program eventually registered with USA Water Polo and grew into a competitive program that has sent athletes to national-level opportunities. — Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026

Founded in 1960 in Rehoboth Beach, Grotto Pizza has since grown into an empire with 16 locations around the state. — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

Echo Park Rising began as a neighborhood gathering and has since grown into an annual nonprofit festival featuring independent artists, local businesses and community programming. — Holly Alvarado, Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for grow into

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue