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grew An action that resulted in an increase in size, volume, or strength. ■ I grew a mustache and it made me look like a lumberjack!
dwells to reside or inhabit in a permanent or semi-permanent manner, often without leaving the area ■ "The house where I grew up dwells in my memories, even though I haven't lived there for years."
rancho A large, sprawling, and often chaotic farm where animals roam free and people live in shacks. ■ "I grew up on a rancho where we had more cows than people. But hey, at least we always had fresh milk!
Softening The act of becoming less strict, harsh or rigorous in one's behavior or views. ■ "As he grew older, John started softening towards his former enemies."
Discord A state of disagreement or conflict between two or more people or groups. ■ After the argument over who gets to use the last slice of pizza, the group's discord only grew stronger. They couldn't even agree on what type of pizza they wanted to order for delivery.
farmer A person who owns and operates a farm, typically raising livestock or growing crops. ■ "I grew up on a dairy farm where my dad was the farmer. He would wake up at 5am every morning to milking the cows!
homeboys Noun - A group of close friends or acquaintances who grew up together in the same neighborhood and share a similar culture, language, and interests. ■ "I can't believe my homeboys got into trouble again. They must have been drinking too much soda!
Hygiene 1 The practice of keeping oneself clean and healthy, especially through regular bathing and grooming. ■ I forgot my toothbrush at home and my mouth felt like a garbage disposal by the end of the day. I clearly need to work on my dental hygiene.; 2 a A sense of moral or ethical purity, often associated with religious beliefs or societal norms. ■ I grew up in a very strict household where hygiene was paramount. My parents believed that if we didn't wash our hands before every meal, we were going to hell. It's no wonder I have OCD now.; b The act of pretending to be clean or healthy when in reality you are quite the opposite. ■ I told my boss I was feeling great and had a lot of energy, but in reality I was dying of exhaustion. My lack of hygiene skills must have given me away. The study or principles of maintaining good health, including proper nutrition and exercise. ■ I wanted to get in shape for my summer vacation, so I started a strict hygiene routine that included daily yoga and a diet of nothing but kale smoothies. Unfortunately, my friends started calling me "The Hygienic Nazi" because I was so obsessed with cleanliness.
migrate To move from one place to another, usually in a large group or over a long period of time. ■ "The flock of birds decided to migrate south for the winter."; To move from one type of work or activity to another, often in search of a better opportunity. ■ "After years of working as a telemarketer, John decided it was time to migrate to a new career as a stand-up comedian."; To change one's political or religious beliefs over time. ■ "As she grew older, Sarah started to migrate from her childhood faith to a more progressive worldview."
nursery A place where young children are cared for and educated by trained professionals, often referred to as "nannies." ■ "I remember my first day at nursery. I was so scared of the other kids!", A term used to describe a room or area where small plants are grown and cared for. ■ "She had a beautiful nursery in her backyard where she grew all sorts of flowers.", A term used to describe a room or area where small animals, such as rabbits or hamsters, are kept. ■ "He had a big nursery in his basement where he kept all his pet mice."
Orphan A child who has lost both parents before the age of 18. ■ "Johnny was an orphan because his parents died in a car accident when he was just five years old. But don't worry, he grew up to be a successful stand-up comedian!"
Thickening The process of becoming increasingly dense or compact, often in a humorous or exaggerated manner. ■ "As the day wore on, the beer grew thicker and the jokes thinner. It was clear that this group of friends had reached their limit."
toenail A small, hard, pointed part of the human foot that grows on the big toe and each of the other toes. ■ "I accidentally cut off my toenail while cutting a piece of pizza and had to limp around for a few days until it grew back."