reaped; reaping; reaps
1
: to reap something
Examples of reap in a Sentence
She is now reaping the benefits of her hard work.
He reaped large profits from his investments.
The workers were out reaping the crops.
The workers were out reaping in the fields.
Recent Examples on the Web
Our Judaism cannot be protected by the rampaging military of that state, for all that military does is sow sorrow and reap hatred — including against us as Jews.
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Patrick Smith, NBC News, 26 Apr. 2024
Meta has encouraged influencers to make a career out of posting on its platforms—and reaped the profits—but some say the company does not treat them professionally in return.
—Paresh Dave, WIRED, 19 Apr. 2024
Still, Ukraine has continued to reap tactical benefits by using approaches that surprise the enemy.
—Nataliya Gumenyuk, Foreign Affairs, 19 Apr. 2024
Player was renowned for his endurance across a five-decade career that reaped 165 tournament wins and nine major championships.
—Jack Bantock, CNN, 11 Apr. 2024
An ever-increasing number of programs are being developed at top hotels to help guests enjoy a good night’s snooze, and thus reap the benefits of the improved sense of wellness so closely linked with quality sleep.
—Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2024
However, just about anyone with physical and mental disabilities can still explore the ocean through diving – and reap its healing benefits.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2024
Californians should celebrate the advancements made possible by these momentous funding decisions, and can look forward to reaping the benefits of longer fishing seasons while whales and sea turtles pass safely through our waters.
—Francine Kershaw, The Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2024
New postings across the job market reaped salaries 3% higher than a year before, according to Adzuna data.
—Isabella Ward, Fortune Europe, 8 Apr. 2024
Patrick Smith, NBC News, 26 Apr. 2024
Meta has encouraged influencers to make a career out of posting on its platforms—and reaped the profits—but some say the company does not treat them professionally in return.
—Paresh Dave, WIRED, 19 Apr. 2024
Still, Ukraine has continued to reap tactical benefits by using approaches that surprise the enemy.
—Nataliya Gumenyuk, Foreign Affairs, 19 Apr. 2024
Player was renowned for his endurance across a five-decade career that reaped 165 tournament wins and nine major championships.
—Jack Bantock, CNN, 11 Apr. 2024
An ever-increasing number of programs are being developed at top hotels to help guests enjoy a good night’s snooze, and thus reap the benefits of the improved sense of wellness so closely linked with quality sleep.
—Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2024
However, just about anyone with physical and mental disabilities can still explore the ocean through diving – and reap its healing benefits.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2024
Californians should celebrate the advancements made possible by these momentous funding decisions, and can look forward to reaping the benefits of longer fishing seasons while whales and sea turtles pass safely through our waters.
—Francine Kershaw, The Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2024
New postings across the job market reaped salaries 3% higher than a year before, according to Adzuna data.
—Isabella Ward, Fortune Europe, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Reap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reap. Accessed 29 Apr. 2024.
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reap
verb1
a
: to cut (as grain) or clear (as a field) with a sickle, scythe, or machine
b
: harvest entry 2 sense 1
reap a crop
2
: to get as a result
reap the benefit of hard work
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