grow into
phrasal 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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The brand has partnered with musicians, surfers, skateboards, among others, growing into a global youth culture brand with roots in beach lifestyle.
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 15 July 2025
Over time, the restaurant has grown into something far more than a place to eat.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Parkin Archeological State Park opened in 1994 and has since grown into the main attraction of Parkin.
—arkansasonline.com, 12 July 2025
When asked what rivalry could emerge in the coming years, several staffers were bullish on Ohio State-Oregon growing into a true rivalry in the Big Ten.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 11 July 2025
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 15 July 2025
Over time, the restaurant has grown into something far more than a place to eat.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Parkin Archeological State Park opened in 1994 and has since grown into the main attraction of Parkin.
—arkansasonline.com, 12 July 2025
When asked what rivalry could emerge in the coming years, several staffers were bullish on Ohio State-Oregon growing into a true rivalry in the Big Ten.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 11 July 2025
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“Grow into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grow%20into. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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