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as in cultivates
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
a dedicated home gardener who grows tomatoes in her small garden every summer
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as in progresses
to become mature
you've grown so much since we last saw each other
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as in becomes
to eventually have as a state or quality
he will grow angry if we don't answer his question
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Recent Examples of grows
Cox Farms now grows most of its tomatoes in greenhouses in Canada to avoid weather issues, according to Bradley.
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Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026
Vandals targeted a non-profit farm in Ipswich, Massachusetts that grows food for people in need.
—Juli McDonald, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
September 23 – October 22 Libra, harmony grows through honest talk.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
DeGette’s balance grows as challenger picks up pace A different primary challenge is brewing in Denver’s 1st Congressional District.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 16 Apr. 2026
As Florida’s population grows and sea levels rise, making thoughtful, environmentally and fiscally responsible decisions can ensure a more sustainable future for all Floridians.
—Tom Hoctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
Repeat this process one or two more times as the plant grows throughout the season.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Instead, choose a planter that's about one-third larger than the current pot and upsize as the plant grows.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
By the afternoon, your confidence grows — no more second-guessing.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026
Vandals targeted a non-profit farm in Ipswich, Massachusetts that grows food for people in need.
—Juli McDonald, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
September 23 – October 22 Libra, harmony grows through honest talk.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
DeGette’s balance grows as challenger picks up pace A different primary challenge is brewing in Denver’s 1st Congressional District.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 16 Apr. 2026
As Florida’s population grows and sea levels rise, making thoughtful, environmentally and fiscally responsible decisions can ensure a more sustainable future for all Floridians.
—Tom Hoctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
Repeat this process one or two more times as the plant grows throughout the season.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Instead, choose a planter that's about one-third larger than the current pot and upsize as the plant grows.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
By the afternoon, your confidence grows — no more second-guessing.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grows
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Owner Roy Diblik, famed for his work with Piet Oudolf at Chicago’s Lurie Garden, cultivates over 300 varieties of perennials, including his award-winning ‘Northwind’ switchgrass.—
Teresa Woodard,
Midwest Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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Trump cultivates an aura of unpredictability, but his actions betray certain patterns that are discernible to those who know where to look.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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As work progresses, the project will be closely watched as a test of whether long-standing environmental issues can finally be resolved.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
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Duncan told The Star that the amendment provides for more transparency as the project progresses.—
Dylan Lysen,
Kansas City Star,
16 Apr. 2026
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Put another way, almost no one becomes the next LeBron James or A’ja Wilson.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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When timelines stretch over years, transaction certainty decreases, project economics weaken, and securing financing becomes more difficult.—
Dan Romito,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Apr. 2026
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Fry executive produces alongside William Harper and Paul McGuigan, who will also direct.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2026
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According to the International Energy Agency, a train journey produces on average 85% less CO2 than a flight and 87% less than a car trip.—
Jen Murphy,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Apr. 2026
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The work is being carried out at BMW’s Battery Cell Competence Centre in Munich, where the company develops cells for future generations of high-voltage EV batteries.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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The sequel, directed by Susanne Bier, follows sisters Sally (Bullock) and Gillian (Kidman) Owens, as Sally’s daughter (Joey King) uncovers family secrets and develops her own magical abilities.—
Katie Simons,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Laurence’s tres leches gets a lot of praise for its crumb texture.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2026
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The coming months will bring more announcements and more excitement as June 2026 gets closer.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
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Bean plants themselves enhance soil nutrition, benefiting its partners in return.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Fresh herb plants grace tables and cruisers munch on breads baked in mini clay pots.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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Our survey of Americans ages 18-29 allows for a closer look at the sentiments of young adults at a moment of rapid technological advancement and geopolitical change.—
Kayla Hayempour,
NBC news,
20 Apr. 2026
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The California Department of Public Health recommends that everyone ages 6 months and up should have access to the vaccine, and that those at higher risk of severe illness should get immunized — including older adults, pregnant women and infants and toddlers.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Grows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grows. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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