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as in to win
to receive as return for effort
during my teen years I earned pocket money by mowing lawns
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Recent Examples of earn
Matilda's memorable entrance quickly earned her a nickname.
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Sweeney earned a standing ovation – as did the real Martin, who was accompanied by her pooch, Champ – for a transformational role that could net her a best actress Oscar nomination.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
For Melton and Netflix, this marks a big reunion after Melton earned the best reviews of his career in the Netflix drama May December.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Doing so might even earn suspicion.
—Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Sweeney earned a standing ovation – as did the real Martin, who was accompanied by her pooch, Champ – for a transformational role that could net her a best actress Oscar nomination.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
For Melton and Netflix, this marks a big reunion after Melton earned the best reviews of his career in the Netflix drama May December.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Doing so might even earn suspicion.
—Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earn
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Charlotte forced five Tar Heels three-and-outs, held them to 33% on third-down attempts, and won the time of possession battle.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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Even there, though, Green Bay’s 11-game winning streak against the Bears came to an end in Week 18 last season.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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At its core is a belief that the kitchen deserves the same level of intelligent innovation that has otherwise transformed every other corner of the home.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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These diseases deserve attention and resources.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
11 Sep. 2025
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This was the lowest yardage gained in a game under coach Zac Taylor.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Shinjiro Koizumi, the telegenic political scion who has gained prominence as Ishiba’s farm minister tasked with trying to cap soaring prices, is another possible successor.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
7 Sep. 2025
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Organizations that can reap benefits from ecosystems effectively leverage the dynamic networks, where no single player can succeed alone.—
Edyta Pacuk,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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And now, five years later, the Guardians are still reaping the benefits of the deal.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
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The performance, which garnered a robust reaction from the crowd, even got Ariana Grande to jump out of her seat as soon as Doja wrapped up on stage.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Last year, Swift took home seven VMAs, garnering a total of 30 career wins and tying Beyoncé as the top winner.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Raskin cites comments Patel made before being sworn in as FBI director.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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In the press release regarding the official launch of the Program, Impel co-founder and CEO Devin Daly emphasized the impact the companies hope to make by helping industry employees gain the acumen to effectively work alongside AI.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Changing attitudes Choi’s original trial reflected just how many obstacles women faced in obtaining justice at the time.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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The bear was killed in the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Region 4, according to a DEC statement obtained by USA TODAY.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Those in a market that can buy a version with a SIM tray will get a 3,988mAh battery.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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But offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo can manufacture easy touches for Brown to get him in rhythm early.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Earn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earn. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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