as in leaning
running in a slanting direction
the raked seating in the auditorium affords theatergoers an unobstructed view of the stage
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as in searched
to look through (as a place) carefully or thoroughly in an effort to find or discover something
he raked repeatedly through his luggage, hoping that in one of the bags he would find his lost passport before his flight's departure
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Recent Examples of raked
Mark Phelan, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025
Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
These beds are only intended to last for a season, and then they’re raked into the soil or turned into compost.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
The grass and roots can then be raked out after tilling the soil and before planting flowers.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Conrad was finally being honest about his feelings for Belly — sure, his timing could definitely have been better, but Steven raked him over the coals for it.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Sep. 2025
Its intimate Clayes Theater has raked and very comfortable seating, so there’s great sightlines and not a bad seat in the house.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2025
Significantly diseased leaves should be raked and removed from the area and disposed of properly, such as by burying, burning where allowed, or hot composting, according to UW-Madison.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
The Pirates, meanwhile, raked Rockies reliever Anthony Molina for three runs on four hits, including two homers in the sixth inning — a leadoff homer by Spencer Horwitz and a two-run blast from Tommy Pham.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 23 Aug. 2025
Yellowed leaves are raked into neat piles.
—Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The Lyriq’s long nose and roof create a sporty profile that’s emphasized by big wheel openings with subtle fender flares and a steeply raked rear window.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025
Verb
Absent Karen’s presence to hold the fire, however, all eyes are laser-focused on the comings and goings of Stacey Rusch, who is raked through the coals on her reunion debut.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
These beds are only intended to last for a season, and then they’re raked into the soil or turned into compost.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
The grass and roots can then be raked out after tilling the soil and before planting flowers.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Conrad was finally being honest about his feelings for Belly — sure, his timing could definitely have been better, but Steven raked him over the coals for it.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Sep. 2025
Its intimate Clayes Theater has raked and very comfortable seating, so there’s great sightlines and not a bad seat in the house.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2025
Significantly diseased leaves should be raked and removed from the area and disposed of properly, such as by burying, burning where allowed, or hot composting, according to UW-Madison.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
The Pirates, meanwhile, raked Rockies reliever Anthony Molina for three runs on four hits, including two homers in the sixth inning — a leadoff homer by Spencer Horwitz and a two-run blast from Tommy Pham.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 23 Aug. 2025
Yellowed leaves are raked into neat piles.
—Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for raked
Verb
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Two plays after Toth’s hold, on second-and-13, Hurts searched within a clean pocket but fired incomplete after finding no one open.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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The cooler will be searched and tagged at the gate.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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An oblique injury last season didn’t help.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Elias Díaz exited Saturday’s game after feeling left oblique discomfort during a swing.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Here, Swift’s hair is pinned in a half up, half down style, with bangs combed every which way.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
6 Oct. 2025
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In the hair department, the Skims founder kept things simple, with her pixie style combed forward and her wispy bangs falling neatly over her face.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Two innings later, after third baseman Manny Machado drew a leadoff walk against Boyd, Merrill scanned the scoreboard and the situation.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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It will be required for all non-EU nationals heading to Europe for a short stay, but the fingerprints of children below 12 years old will not be scanned.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Inside, its sloped rooflines, expansive windows, and original stone fireplace made an immediate impression.—
Kristen Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
25 Sep. 2025
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Snipers set up on a very sloped roof on a suspect barricaded in a motel.—
Harper’s Magazine,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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According to its website, the popular pizza chain, which was founded in 1971, operates 61 restaurants in Illinois, six in Indiana, two in Indiana and two in Wisconsin.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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Unrivaled was co-founded by WNBA players Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart.—
William Earl,
Variety,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The house, which comes with a private boat dock and direct river access, is characterized by original architectural details from the period, a steep, pitched roof with cross gables, expansive dormer windows, intricate decorative wood trim and a wrap-around porch.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Reactions were swift and high-pitched.—
Amanda Petrusich,
New Yorker,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Economists surveyed by Dow Jones had been looking for an increase of 45,000.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Only 24% of employers surveyed their employees about their return to office plans in 2022.—
Peter Cappelli,
Big Think,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Raked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raked. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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