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growing pains

/ˈɡrəʊɪŋ peɪnz/

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/ˈɡrəʊɪŋ peɪnz/B2informal
  • ruМетафорическое выражение, обозначающее временные трудности или проблемы, возникающие в период роста, развития или расширения, будь то у человека, организации или проекта.

A metaphorical expression referring to temporary difficulties or challenges experienced during a period of growth, development, or expansion, whether in a person, organization, or project.

  1. Physical pain in childrenB1formal

    Aches or pains in the limbs or joints of children, often occurring at night, believed to be related to growth.

    ruБоли роста

    • The child complained of growing pains in his legs after playing.
    • Doctors often reassure parents that growing pains are normal.
    • She woke up crying from growing pains in her knees.
  2. Difficulties during developmentB2informal

    Temporary problems or difficulties experienced by a person, organization, or system during a period of growth or change.

    ruТрудности роста

    • The startup is experiencing growing pains as it expands rapidly.
    • The new school is facing growing pains with its curriculum changes.
    • Growing pains are a natural part of any successful business.