grow into
verb
grew into; grown into; growing into; grows into
1
: to become (something) as time passes
She has grown into an accomplished and charming young woman.
His small company has grown into a huge international corporation.
2
: to become large enough for (a certain size of clothing)
Ben will grow into Billy's shoes in a year or two.
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Over the years, Fleenor has grown into a leadership role that colleagues say quietly shapes the culture of the unit.
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Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
These seedlings grew into plants with fruit whose seeds contained double the usual number of chromosomes.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
As the ministry at Sam Houston grew into the largest Chi Alpha chapter in the country, his teachings — including an emphasis on unquestioned obedience to spiritual leaders — spread with it, carried by former students who went on to launch chapters across Texas and beyond.
—Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 7 May 2026
The house, known for its raw denim, has since grown into a full collection of clothing and accessories for men and women.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
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Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
These seedlings grew into plants with fruit whose seeds contained double the usual number of chromosomes.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
As the ministry at Sam Houston grew into the largest Chi Alpha chapter in the country, his teachings — including an emphasis on unquestioned obedience to spiritual leaders — spread with it, carried by former students who went on to launch chapters across Texas and beyond.
—Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 7 May 2026
The house, known for its raw denim, has since grown into a full collection of clothing and accessories for men and women.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
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“Grow into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grow%20into. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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