increase in (something)

increase in (something)

To develop a particular quality or aptitude over time. Bobby has increased in maturity so much this summer—he's not the troublemaker he once was.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

increase in something

to grow or expand in some quality. He increased in stature and wisdom. The tree increased in size every year.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • increase in
  • grow into
  • grow into (something)
  • break for
  • break for (someone or something)
  • bride
  • bridesmaid
  • always the bridesmaid
  • always the bridesmaid, never the bride
  • (one) ain't particular