grow into something

grow into something

1. Lit. [for a child] to develop into a particular type of person. •

The child grew into a tall, powerful athlete.

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I hope I have grown into a person my parents can be proud of.

2. Lit. [for a plant] to develop into a mature specimen of its species. •

This twig will grow into an oak tree.

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I hope this seedling grows into a fine mango tree.

3. Lit. [for a plant, tumor, toenail] to penetrate into something as it grows. •

The roots of the tree grew into our sewer line.

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Try to keep the tree roots from growing into the foundation.

4. Lit. to grow enough to fit into something. •

The shirt is a little large, but Timmy will grow into it.

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My shoes are too big, but I will grow into them.

5. Fig. [for a situation or a problem] to develop into something more serious. •

I hope this matter doesn't grow into something worse.

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This business is growing into a real crisis.