grow into
phrasal verbgrew into; grown into; growing into; grows into
Definition of grow 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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