as in gains
to gradually increase in
you've grown in wisdom over the years
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By tracking the population, the conservancy builds a database of valuable insights into raptors and, in turn, gains a better understanding of the overall ecosystem.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026 -
Blum noted that several billionaires have made high-profile departures from California as a state billionaire tax proposal gains steam.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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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.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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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.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
27 Apr. 2026
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The lesson learned is that when a 14-year-old trusts his instincts and gathers the confidence and courage to tell adults the truth, people will listen.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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The state Department of Health committee gathers and analyzes data on mothers who lose their lives to pregnancy.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
6 May 2026
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“Grows (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grows%20%28in%29. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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