growing up

Example Sentences

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"I was never a great student growing up, but I found martial arts really gave me the drive to persevere and do hard things," Terao said.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

“I think just growing up and taking more risks and being more open and having more perspective is where the biggest change has come.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Well, okay: In the absolute broadest possible sense, the photos are about her kids growing up.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Persepolis, first published in 2000, follows the story of young Marjane growing up during and after the Iranian Revolution, also known as the Islamic Revolution.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

My grandma remembers growing up with lots of cousins around, and they’re as close as siblings to this day.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles