grow on
verb
grew on; grown on; growing on; grows on
1
: to have an increasing influence
a bad habit that grows on a person
2
: to become increasingly acceptable or attractive
He didn't like it at first, but it grew on him.
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However, their progress has been hindered by dendrites—microscopic metallic filaments that grow on the electrolyte and trigger short circuits.
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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
These vines can get into tree canopies when growing on adjacent fences or other structures.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
And fine jewelry is currently growing on the platform at triple-digit rates, said Hsu, attributing the momentum to the intimacy and styling versatility of such pieces.
—Milena Lazazzera, CNN Money, 20 Mar. 2026
Judy Wood has Ledderhose disease, a rare and aggressive genetic condition that causes fibrous tumors to grow on the soles of the feet.
—Josh Taylor, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
These vines can get into tree canopies when growing on adjacent fences or other structures.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
And fine jewelry is currently growing on the platform at triple-digit rates, said Hsu, attributing the momentum to the intimacy and styling versatility of such pieces.
—Milena Lazazzera, CNN Money, 20 Mar. 2026
Judy Wood has Ledderhose disease, a rare and aggressive genetic condition that causes fibrous tumors to grow on the soles of the feet.
—Josh Taylor, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
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“Grow on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grow%20on. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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