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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What began 30 years ago with simple online casino games has grown into sophisticated ecosystems with immersive experiences.
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Dzmitry Lubneuski, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
The players picked immediately after him, Trent Frederic and Sam Steel, both grew into relevant NHL players, too, which makes missing on a first-round pick a little tougher.
—The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 21 June 2025
Over time, the club grew into something much bigger — not just a place for intergenerational gatherings but a resource for addressing community needs like hunger and displacement.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 21 June 2025
Established in 2018 by Dr. Deena Moustafa, a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) with a Ph.D. in Special Education, Go Behavioral has grown into a respected institution in the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 21 June 2025
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Dzmitry Lubneuski, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
The players picked immediately after him, Trent Frederic and Sam Steel, both grew into relevant NHL players, too, which makes missing on a first-round pick a little tougher.
—The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 21 June 2025
Over time, the club grew into something much bigger — not just a place for intergenerational gatherings but a resource for addressing community needs like hunger and displacement.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 21 June 2025
Established in 2018 by Dr. Deena Moustafa, a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) with a Ph.D. in Special Education, Go Behavioral has grown into a respected institution in the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 21 June 2025
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“Grow into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grow%20into. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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