1
as in winning
to receive as return for effort
during my teen years I earned pocket money by mowing lawns
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2
as in deserving
to be or make worthy of (as a reward or punishment)
you've earned the afternoon off after all that hard work
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Recent Examples of earning
But beyond the smoothness and fantastic flavor, the best thing about Ritual is its commitment to traceability, purity, testing, and quality, earning it our top spot for best vegan protein powders.
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Brianna Peters, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2026
However, pro athletes earning millions of dollars a year have been accused of joining these conspiracies.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Jan. 2026
For example, the average middle-income 60-year-old earning almost $63,000 a year is no longer eligible for ACA subsidies, and is on the hook for the full, unsubsidized insurance premium in 2026 — about $15,000, according to a KFF analysis.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026
McDonald was a game-wrecker for one of the most dominant defenses in the country, earning consensus All-American honors.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
In hypothetical general election match-ups, Paxton tied with both Talarico and Crockett, earning 46 percent each.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2026
The Dolphins mimicked Palisadian people with their resilient play, offering a modicum of joy in a broken world, earning the respect of the town and the support of a city.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
The findings are based on a global survey of 2,360 executives, including 640 CEOs, across industries at companies earning between at least $100 million and more than $5 billion in annual revenue.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026
Secretary of Administration and Finance Matthew Gorzkowicz, Senate Ways and Means Chair Michael Rodrigues and House Ways and Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz said their tax estimate agreement includes money coming in from the surtax on high-earning households.
—State House News Service, Boston Herald, 15 Jan. 2026
Brianna Peters, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2026
However, pro athletes earning millions of dollars a year have been accused of joining these conspiracies.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Jan. 2026
For example, the average middle-income 60-year-old earning almost $63,000 a year is no longer eligible for ACA subsidies, and is on the hook for the full, unsubsidized insurance premium in 2026 — about $15,000, according to a KFF analysis.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026
McDonald was a game-wrecker for one of the most dominant defenses in the country, earning consensus All-American honors.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
In hypothetical general election match-ups, Paxton tied with both Talarico and Crockett, earning 46 percent each.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2026
The Dolphins mimicked Palisadian people with their resilient play, offering a modicum of joy in a broken world, earning the respect of the town and the support of a city.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
The findings are based on a global survey of 2,360 executives, including 640 CEOs, across industries at companies earning between at least $100 million and more than $5 billion in annual revenue.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 Jan. 2026
Secretary of Administration and Finance Matthew Gorzkowicz, Senate Ways and Means Chair Michael Rodrigues and House Ways and Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz said their tax estimate agreement includes money coming in from the surtax on high-earning households.
—State House News Service, Boston Herald, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for earning
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Bregman played his first nine seasons with the Houston Astros, winning World Series titles in 2017 and 2022 — although the first of those yielded a sign-stealing scandal that earned Bregman and his teammates plenty of scorn.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Miami is just 7-15 against teams with a winning record this season.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Jan. 2026
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There is capital available for deserving entrepreneurs, often deployed by quality investment firms like EQT, Northzone, and Creandum.—
Oscar Täckström,
Fortune,
3 Jan. 2026
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There is some belief Kenneth Murray is deserving of more playing time at middle linebacker despite his struggles.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Jan. 2026
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McCaffrey, despite gaining just 48 yards on 13 carries, came through with six catches for 66 yards and two touchdowns.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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In a TikTok video that’s quickly gaining attention, Novo — a tuxedo cat who’s a mix of ragdoll and Siberian — is seen aggressively clawing at his owner’s whiteboard, which neatly lists her goals for 2026.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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The Pitt scored 13 Emmy nominations, garnering five wins including, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for Noah Wyle and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for LaNasa.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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With Sengun garnering a 27% usage rate, Durant’s offensive role changed in Houston.—
Stan Son,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Wildcats are reaping the benefits.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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But reaping the full benefits of rest and leisure requires more than a slow morning or a mug of hot cocoa.—
Stacy Shaw,
Fortune,
26 Dec. 2025
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Garcia was last seen making a purchase at a local grocery store — identified by CBS affiliate KREM as a Rosauer's — in the evening hours of July 6, 2016, according to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs).—
Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Barra says the focus now is on making cars more affordable, incorporating artificial intelligence and new technology like Google Gemini to make the vehicles safer and appealing to the consumer.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Cleggett also applied for Economic Injury Disaster loans during the pandemic for the sober home and insulation businesses, as well as a third company called Daniel Cleggett Sole Proprietorship, obtaining almost $800,000 in the process.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
14 Jan. 2026
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Five years after obtaining a green card, applicants may apply for naturalization.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
13 Jan. 2026
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Away from the cameras, Matt and Luciana have remained committed to their decades-long romance, including seeing each other in the middle of projects, attending red carpet events and getting matching tattoos.—
Jessica Booth,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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What happened that took you from getting far away to appreciating your childhood environs?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Earning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earning. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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