upgrowth

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Her sons were goodly and delightsome to her in their upgrowth, but they are well-nigh men.

From The Dove in the Eagle's Nest by Yonge, Charlotte Mary

Could Providence have selected a more fitting spot for the upgrowth of a romantic boy?

From Lloyd George The Man and His Story by Dilnot, Frank

The glory of Cr�cy or Poitiers was dearly bought by the upgrowth of English pauperism.

From History of the English People, Volume II The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400 by Green, John Richard

During his brother's reign he had watched the upgrowth of public discontent as the new policy of the monarchy developed itself, and he now appealed to England as the restorer of its ancient liberties.

From History of the English People, Volume III The Parliament, 1399-1461; The Monarchy 1461-1540 by Green, John Richard

There was a swift upgrowth of the hedgerows, a sudden vision of cows and horses, and of people running across fields.

From Tales from Many Sources Vol. V by Various