GROWING (IN) Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

growing (in)

verb

Definition of growing (in)

present participle of grow (in)

as in gaining

to gradually increase in you've grown in wisdom over the years

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That being said, real-estate experts say buyers may finally be gaining a bit more breathing room as the market holds steady.

— Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 19 July 2026
Voters have overwhelmingly reauthorized the program, most recently gaining nearly 80% of the vote in 2016.

— Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026

Definition of gaining

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And because some of these inflation drivers affect multiple sectors, costs are building up throughout the supply chain.

— Elizabeth Canales, The Conversation, 16 July 2026
The former second-round pick is suddenly one of the Lakers’ primary summer league players and hopes to use the experience as an important stepping stone, building up his game while also establishing a leadership voice.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

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