ripen

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Trees heavy with fruits that ripen through the color spectrum as winter progresses are as much a Southern California holiday tradition as tamales and the Rose Parade.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2024

Because Philip issued the ordinance at the end of July, vignerons would have to cut down their own harvest just as the grapes were beginning to ripen.

From Salon • Aug. 26, 2024

The durians are also less likely to ripen too quickly — and emit more odor — in the cooler night temperatures.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2024

Peaches continue to ripen after harvesting, so you can take them home, and in a couple of days, you’ll have perfect peaches.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024

“They will ripen in a few days. Take them home with you. So you won’t forget us.”

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar