Meaning & use
Outgrowing
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Growing too large for something, or developing beyond a former habit, belief, or stage.
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The toddler is outgrowing her shoes every few months.
He's outgrowing his old friend group as his interests change.
A note on using this word
Used both literally, for physical size, and figuratively, for maturing past old habits or relationships.
Words with a similar meaning
surpassinggrowing out of
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