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as in cultivates
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
a dedicated home gardener who grows tomatoes in her small garden every summer
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as in progresses
to become mature
you've grown so much since we last saw each other
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as in becomes
to eventually have as a state or quality
he will grow angry if we don't answer his question
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Recent Examples of grows
Felton Road is located in the Bannockburn subregion of Central Otago and grows grapes in four vineyards planted on north-facing slopes comprised of glacial soils.
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Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 1 May 2026
Company officials say reliability during extreme weather is vital and long-term system upgrades are necessary as North Carolina grows.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
Launched in 1996, the 2,100-square-foot rooftop garden grows herbs, fruits, vegetables, and edible blossoms without the use of herbicides or pesticides.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Apr. 2026
As consumer concern around microplastics grows, Blueland has made a name for itself by eschewing single-use plastic packaging for its eco-friendly cleaning products, which include detergents, spray cleaners, and hand soaps.
—Don Steinberg, Time, 30 Apr. 2026
The annual findings from the MDH, its second legislative audit of the program, are required by a state statute aimed at increasing financial transparency around 340B as the program grows in popularity among providers.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 30 Apr. 2026
The humor only grows more erratic and unpleasant from there.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2026
Basil grows well next to many different plants.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
As a perennial plant, ground cover grows for at least two full seasons.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026
Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 1 May 2026
Company officials say reliability during extreme weather is vital and long-term system upgrades are necessary as North Carolina grows.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
Launched in 1996, the 2,100-square-foot rooftop garden grows herbs, fruits, vegetables, and edible blossoms without the use of herbicides or pesticides.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Apr. 2026
As consumer concern around microplastics grows, Blueland has made a name for itself by eschewing single-use plastic packaging for its eco-friendly cleaning products, which include detergents, spray cleaners, and hand soaps.
—Don Steinberg, Time, 30 Apr. 2026
The annual findings from the MDH, its second legislative audit of the program, are required by a state statute aimed at increasing financial transparency around 340B as the program grows in popularity among providers.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 30 Apr. 2026
The humor only grows more erratic and unpleasant from there.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2026
Basil grows well next to many different plants.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
As a perennial plant, ground cover grows for at least two full seasons.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grows
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Certain experiences, products, atmospheres, audiences, or values appeal to different customers, and each business cultivates a unique environment through its operations.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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The narrative centers on Roh Tae-woo, a man who cultivates a public image as an everyman while working the levers of influence alongside military strongman Chun Doo-hwan.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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Travel is highly favored as the month progresses, and the social atmosphere is alive with meaningful connections waiting to be made.—
Steph Koyfman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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As the virus progresses, dogs may suffer from abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Not when the collapse becomes the defining moment.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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If both voting bodies show up for her, Metcalf becomes a category of one.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
3 May 2026
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The winger does well initially to sit his defender down but then produces a tame effort right at David Raya in goal.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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The massive rocket produces nearly 17 million pounds of thrust on liftoff, and produces or more potent sonic boom when its booster returns to the launch site.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The other syndrome caused by hantavirus — known as hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome, which can cause bleeding, high fever, and kidney failure — usually develops within a week or two after exposure.—
Susan Montoya Bryan,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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Mountain snow develops first, falling late tonight and continues through Wednesday.—
Alex Lehnert,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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Rodriguez is happy to see things coming together as conference play gets into full swing.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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Bean plants themselves enhance soil nutrition, benefiting its partners in return.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Fresh herb plants grace tables and cruisers munch on breads baked in mini clay pots.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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The headline recommendation is that all average-risk women ages 50 to 74 should get a screening mammogram every two years.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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Children ages 3 to 17 years old have a fundraising requirement of $20.—
Marcella Baietto,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Grows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grows. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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