He grew up as an only.
He grew up as an only.
English
grow up
ɡroʊ ʌp
Meaning: to gradually become an adult
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | grow up |
| 3rd person singular present | grows up |
| Present participle | growing up |
| Past | grew up |
| Will future | will grow up |
| Going-to future | going to grow up |
| Imperative negative | don't grow up / do not grow up |
Example sentences
He grew up in a small town in the countryside.
He grew up in a small town in the countryside.
I grew up in a quiet neighborhood in the suburbs.
I grew up in a quiet neighborhood in the suburbs.
He grew up in an orphanage after his parents passed away.
He grew up in an orphanage after his parents passed away.
He grew up in a crowded slum on the outskirts of the city.
He grew up in a crowded slum on the outskirts of the city.
Usage Notes
Often used to talk about one's childhood and where they lived during that time.
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