grow
//ɡroʊ//
Translation
grow
Definition
Grow means to increase in size, amount, or degree over time, often through a natural process or development. It is commonly used for living things like plants, animals, or humans, but also for abstract concepts like skills, relationships, or businesses. For example, a child grows taller, a plant grows from a seed, or a company grows its revenue. This verb can be transitive (e.g., 'They grow vegetables') or intransitive (e.g., 'The tree grows quickly'). It implies gradual change and is often associated with positive progress or maturation. Note that 'grow' can also mean to become something (e.g., 'He grew tired'), but here we focus on the core sense of increasing in size or quantity.
Example
“The sunflower grew to over two meters tall in just three months.”
“Children grow quickly during their first year of life.”
“Our small business has grown from five employees to fifty in five years.”
“She grows tomatoes and basil in her backyard garden every summer.”
“The population of the city grew by ten percent over the last decade.”
“His confidence grew as he practiced public speaking more often.”
“The economy is expected to grow steadily next year despite global challenges.”
“We need to grow more food to feed the increasing population.”
“The friendship between them grew stronger after they traveled together.”
“Moss grows on the north side of trees in damp forests.”
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