Phrasal Verb - growing on
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.Definition
The phrasal verb 'grow on' means that a situation or problem continues to exist or develop, often despite efforts to stop it or find a solution. It can also mean that someone becomes accustomed to or accepts a situation or condition.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The noise of the construction site next door was growing on me. |
| 2 | Despite our best efforts, the problem with the software continued to grow on. |
| 3 | I've grown on this new diet and I actually enjoy the meals now. |
| 4 | The unpleasant smell of the garbage was growing on the neighborhood. |
| 5 | The sales pitch grew on me and I found myself considering buying the product. |
| 6 | The sun grew on my skin as I lay on the beach. |
| 7 | The new employee was still making mistakes, but his colleagues had grown on him. |
| 8 | The old tradition of painting the town red on New Year's Eve was growing on. |
| 9 | The popularity of the new restaurant was growing on the city. |
| 10 | The damage caused by the storm was growing on the community. |
