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
Her seventh album, Middle of Nowhere, is a subtle redirection, a sequel to the stories about growing up in Texas that populated her 2010s work.
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Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Wu Tsai, meanwhile, grew up in Kansas and was a die-hard Jayhawks fan; March Madness was and is her favorite time of year.
—Yohana Desta, Vanity Fair, 7 May 2026
When Colby was growing up, his Papa worked as a healthcare executive and his Grammy was a teacher.
—Janet W. Lee, NPR, 7 May 2026
Mitra is a San Diego native who grew up in Texas before moving back to San Diego.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
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Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Wu Tsai, meanwhile, grew up in Kansas and was a die-hard Jayhawks fan; March Madness was and is her favorite time of year.
—Yohana Desta, Vanity Fair, 7 May 2026
When Colby was growing up, his Papa worked as a healthcare executive and his Grammy was a teacher.
—Janet W. Lee, NPR, 7 May 2026
Mitra is a San Diego native who grew up in Texas before moving back to San Diego.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grow up
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Several speakers pointed to a growing body of research showing that minor stops disproportionately affect Black and brown motorists and do little to combat violent crime while eroding public trust.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The intensity of its light continues to grow as Rich and Abby Zawadzki lead the way in the circle.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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As Dan’s relationship with Kolkena progressed, Betty reportedly left vulgar and threatening messages on the couple’s answering machine, prompting Dan to threaten criminal contempt action, according to the Los Angeles Times.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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Much as Vegas shifted momentum after looking like the lesser team during a split of Games 1 and 2, the Ducks would have to respond as the series progressed.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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“Grow up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grow%20up. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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