grows (in)

verb

present tense third-person singular of grow (in)
as in gains
to gradually increase in you've grown in wisdom over the years

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  1. gains
  2. builds up
  3. gathers
Verb
  • This is where the irrationality of antisemitic conspiracy gains no purchase among a reasoning and pragmatic populace; where government is led by people who grasp, and embrace, the seriousness of their responsibilities.
    — Rory Lancman, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The Bot loses 1 for losing to me and gains none for guessing in four.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of gains
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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.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
  • Spring cleaning is the perfect time to tackle the bathroom — that one room where clutter builds up fast and organization falls apart even faster.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
Definition of builds up
Verb
  • Jack gathers with those who have Parkinson’s to talk through issues and feelings.
    — Nicole Borman, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
  • At night, pretty much everyone gathers around the fire pits and hangs out.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Definition of gathers
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