growth spurt
noun
: an occurrence of growing quickly and suddenly in a short period of time
When he was 11 he had a growth spurt.
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Cullen really popped at some of the showcase events this year as a skilled scoring winger who hit a big growth spurt, while Belchetz blends huge size (at 6-5) and offense for a true power-wing profile with top-six potential.
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Max Bultman,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
The growth spurt brings median home values in the area to roughly $424,000, according to the Assessor’s Office.
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Rose Evans
june 10,
Idaho Statesman,
10 June 2026
Some other factors to look out for might include breast development, pubic hair development, acne, mood swings, and/or a growth spurt.
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Anna Earl,
Parents,
6 June 2026
In 2005, a Four Seasons flag was raised above the door, following a complete renovation; and there was a further growth spurt in the upper stories in 2013.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Max Bultman,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
The growth spurt brings median home values in the area to roughly $424,000, according to the Assessor’s Office.
—
Rose Evans
june 10,
Idaho Statesman,
10 June 2026
Some other factors to look out for might include breast development, pubic hair development, acne, mood swings, and/or a growth spurt.
—
Anna Earl,
Parents,
6 June 2026
In 2005, a Four Seasons flag was raised above the door, following a complete renovation; and there was a further growth spurt in the upper stories in 2013.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for growth spurt
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“Growth spurt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/growth%20spurt. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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