as in to grow
to become mature
everyone has to grow up at some point in their lives
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Recent Examples of grow up
Seyfried grew up in Allentown, Pa., and, like Mickey and Moore, comes from a family in which she was surrounded by addiction.
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Esther Zuckerman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025
Liza Minnelli's Life in Photos, from Performing with Mom Judy Garland to Earning an EGOT
The Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner grew up in the spotlight.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Sullivan grew up in the hospitality industry — her father owns beer garden Goldyburgers — and has fond memories of watching the show with her mother.
—Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Khrushchev, who grew up in Ukraine, elevated it to the status of the second most powerful Soviet republic after Russia and, in 1954, transferred Crimea to its control—an act for which Putin assails him today.
—James Verini, The New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2025
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Esther Zuckerman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025
Liza Minnelli's Life in Photos, from Performing with Mom Judy Garland to Earning an EGOT
The Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner grew up in the spotlight.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Sullivan grew up in the hospitality industry — her father owns beer garden Goldyburgers — and has fond memories of watching the show with her mother.
—Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Khrushchev, who grew up in Ukraine, elevated it to the status of the second most powerful Soviet republic after Russia and, in 1954, transferred Crimea to its control—an act for which Putin assails him today.
—James Verini, The New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grow up
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At just 26 years old, Dalman also has room to grow, which could make this contract look like a gross underpay real soon, especially if Caleb Williams breaks out like he was expected to after being drafted first overall.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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And the cuteness has grown as Meg revealed that Foe became a dad last summer.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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The Liverpool defender began the game on the front foot, and gave his opponent no time on the ball, but as the half progressed, Gordon was eventually able to isolate him.—
Andy Jones,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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About 20% of MASH cases progress into cirrhosis over several years.—
Suchandrima Bhowmik,
Health,
13 Mar. 2025
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However, if the drywall develops large vertical, horizontal, or diagonal cracks, this is a sign that the foundation is unstable.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Mar. 2025
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This mindset often develops from early experiences of taking on too much responsibility or facing challenges without support.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Grow up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grow%20up. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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