gleaning

Definition of gleaningnext
present participle of glean

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gleaning
Verb
  • Each affords particular outlets for decompressing and harvesting the stressors of high-capacity jobs.
    Essence, Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Soybean farmers in states like Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Indiana have been harvesting this fall without purchase orders from China, once the largest buyer of American soybeans.
    John Liu, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The post was shared quickly, gathering more than 250 comments in less than a day.
    Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 7 Jan. 2026
  • European and Ukrainian representatives are gathering in Paris again on Wednesday for further talks regarding a potential peace deal to end Russia's full-scale invasion of the country.
    David Brennan, ABC News, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Advertisement Geerlings-Simons is hopeful, however, that Indigenous people who live in and rely on forests might serve as an example for how to manage natural resources while still reaping economic benefits.
    Simmone Shah, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
  • That steady push of Ralph Lauren into the consumer consciousness is reaping other rewards and more exposure.
    Evan Clark, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • For best results, choose a rich potting mix and amend garden soil with compost before planting.
    Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 7 Jan. 2026
  • When planting pea seeds, proper soil preparation is essential.
    Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
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“Gleaning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gleaning. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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