become an adult
I grew up in a small town by the sea.
grow up — 2 meanings
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phrasal verb2 meanings
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stop behaving childishly
It's time for you to grow up and take responsibility for your actions.
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1. become an adult
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To change from being a child to being an adult, both physically and mentally.
I grew up in a small town by the sea.
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To start acting in a more mature and responsible way, not like a child.
It's time for you to grow up and take responsibility for your actions.
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