eke (out)

Definition of eke (out)next
as in to earn
to get with great difficulty eked out a living from the family's small farm

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Verb
  • Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services.
    USA Today staff, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Beyond her performances, Russo has earned critical recognition as a songwriter.
    Kristen Wisneski, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026
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  • In 1991, Epstein obtained power of attorney from Wexner, which enabled him to buy and sell assets on Wexner’s behalf.
    Curt Devine, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Fefferman questioned why board members and the public have struggled to obtain detailed financial information.
    Teresa Liu, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
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“Eke (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eke%20%28out%29. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.

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