grown

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From a forgotten match in deepest Brazil to the arrival of global superstars on American shores, the U.S. has grown from soccer backwater into host of the biggest World Cup in history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The insect is often found on the stems of plants and grows up to about half-an-inch as fully grown adults, according to the University of California.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Duke of Burgundy caterpillars only eat the leaves of cowslips and primroses, and only when the plants are grown in very specific conditions.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Our kids are grown and independent, and we are very comfortable financially.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

I know I’m not all the way grown yet, but I’m pretty close.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold