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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This combination is particularly relevant for aerospace and rail applications, where gaining recyclability at the expense of fire performance would be a rather poor trade.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Sep. 2026
Across the state, Muslim pitmasters are gaining recognition for putting their own spin on one of Texas' most iconic culinary traditions.

— Ulaa Kuziez, NPR, 6 Sep. 2026

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Boone said the final few steps for Judge’s return include building up his workload because he has been sidelined for over three months with a stress fracture of the first rib on his right side.

— Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2026
Coleman Borthwick is among the 2026 draftees building up at the Peoria Sports Complex.

— Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026

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