as in picked
to catch or collect (a crop or natural resource) for human use
harvest salmon from nearby rivers every year we harvest corn from our own garden
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Recent Examples of harvested
Channing Tatum is Caine Wise, a half-wolf, half-human being who joins forces with Jupiter to save the human race from its destiny of getting harvested for a liquid that makes the galaxy’s rulers immortal.
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David Faris, TheWeek, 16 Feb. 2026
Use Neem Oil Neem oil, an organic pesticide harvested from the seeds of the neem tree, can be used to treat soft and armored scale.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026
Deposits can be demanded but loans may not be due until a ship returns from its voyage, wheat is harvested or the mercantile sells its large stock of calicos, coffee pots and pickaxes.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2026
It’s made of organic cotton grown and harvested without harmful pesticides that can irritate those of us with sensitive skin.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Akita is known for its winter snow, hot springs and its delicious sake made from rice harvested in the region.
—Jeff Kingston, Time, 15 Feb. 2026
It’s harvested for its edible seeds, which are often eaten as a snack food.
—Clarence Schmidt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Food systems will not be improved by individuals buying water-wasting organic cashews harvested by underpaid migrant workers in deadly temperatures.
—Annie Levin, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Food and drink The casual, open-plan kitchen erases the divide between Sussurro’s chefs and guests, inviting collaboration and conversation sparked by the display of fresh produce harvested straight from the on-site garden or sourced from organic farmers’ markets.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Feb. 2026
David Faris, TheWeek, 16 Feb. 2026
Use Neem Oil Neem oil, an organic pesticide harvested from the seeds of the neem tree, can be used to treat soft and armored scale.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026
Deposits can be demanded but loans may not be due until a ship returns from its voyage, wheat is harvested or the mercantile sells its large stock of calicos, coffee pots and pickaxes.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2026
It’s made of organic cotton grown and harvested without harmful pesticides that can irritate those of us with sensitive skin.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Akita is known for its winter snow, hot springs and its delicious sake made from rice harvested in the region.
—Jeff Kingston, Time, 15 Feb. 2026
It’s harvested for its edible seeds, which are often eaten as a snack food.
—Clarence Schmidt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Food systems will not be improved by individuals buying water-wasting organic cashews harvested by underpaid migrant workers in deadly temperatures.
—Annie Levin, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Food and drink The casual, open-plan kitchen erases the divide between Sussurro’s chefs and guests, inviting collaboration and conversation sparked by the display of fresh produce harvested straight from the on-site garden or sourced from organic farmers’ markets.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harvested
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On his way to the dressing room, Gudas picked some snow off the ice and kissed it.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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The council recently picked a fight with Friends of the Library, with the council questioning whether to accept $825,000 from the group.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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Soon a crowd gathered and helped carry Ghadimi into a nearby house.—
Babak Dehghanpisheh,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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On Wednesday, Betts was home in Southern California, and once again gathered a group to watch together on TV.—
Claire McNear,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Harvested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harvested. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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