sprout
verb (used without object)
to begin to grow; shoot forth, as a plant from a seed.
have sprouted
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present perfectof sprout.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Domestic tourism and entertainment spending have increased as movie theaters and amusement parks, once banned, have sprouted across the country.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 6, 2026
Yoga studios and boxing gyms catering to women, as well as belly dancing classes, have sprouted around the capital -- a far cry from the days when they were banned from sport.
From Barron's ● Nov. 10, 2025
As with the fires, fundraisers and mutual aid societies and neighborhood watch groups have sprouted.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2025
Since SpaceX started buying land in the area, company housing and SpaceX facilities have sprouted up, and Mr Musk has a residence.
From BBC ● May 4, 2025
“Then let’s look for some volunteers that have sprouted up more recently. Besides, the moon isn’t very bright yet. Come on. I’m getting hungry.”
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
