grow on

verb

grew on; grown on; growing on; grows on

transitive verb

1
: to have an increasing influence
a bad habit that grows on a person
2
: to become increasingly acceptable or attractive
He didn't like it at first, but it grew on him.

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The island has an impressive food culture built around an extraordinary range of ingredients grown on its own land—from artichokes and capers to figs, honey, and an abundance of wild herbs. — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 As Øya has grown on the global stage, Norway as a whole has been experiencing a bit of a cultural moment. — Ellise Shafer, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026 The thick and fleshy blue-green foliage grows on strong, upright stems that require no staking or support. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026 As development has grown on the island, so has the amount of nitrogen entering the pond. — Jacob Wycoff, CBS News, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grow on

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“Grow on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grow%20on. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

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