sprout

Example Sentences

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I thought sure that he had sprouted wings and was flying away.

From Literature

It was early spring, so the plants were just starting to sprout and grow buds, but nothing was edible yet.

From Literature

Moreover, Bernstein says, the disruption to the traditional eyewear market will be irreversible, as new suppliers sprout to feed tech’s demand for glasses hardware.

From The Wall Street Journal

Maple-slicked Brussels sprouts with charred leaves that shatter under your fork.

From Salon

The AI boom has brought huge profits for tech giants and sprouted many startups worldwide, but the bubble could pop if the frenzied excitement loses momentum.

From Barron's