as in to gain
to gradually increase in
you've grown in wisdom over the years
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The wider crypto sector has also been gaining political traction in the U.S. Legislators are promoting laws that seek regulatory clarity, and the Trump Administration has also shown support for cryptocurrencies.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025 -
The photo was taken in 1996, by which time Addy Walker had been the subject of both admiration and criticism, and Jones’s research had gained prominence outside North Carolina, due to Addy’s popularity.—
Jaha Nailah Avery
June 9,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2025
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2025
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Last month, Joel announced the cancellation of all of his upcoming concerts following a recent diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition where excess cerebrospinal fluid builds up in the brain ventricles.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Leaders from France, Germany, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Japan, Italy, the U.S., and Canada are gathering in Alberta from Sunday through Tuesday.—
Tara Suter,
The Hill,
15 June 2025
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Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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“Grow (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grow%20%28in%29. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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