Mature, like fruit (5)

I believe the answer is:

ripen

(Other definitions for ripen that I've seen before include "Grow mature like fruit" , "Become ready for picking" , "Mature, age" , "Grow older" , "Come to maturity like fruit" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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