raking up

Definition of raking upnext
present participle of rake up
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Verb
  • The ship is associated with Mordashov, a Russian billionaire and owner of steel magnate Severstal, with shipping records showing Mordashov’s wife Marina Mordashova, owning the vessel for a brief window in 2022.
    Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
  • The Stars are expected to follow the same game plan executed by the Atlanta Braves and Texas Rangers; move into a new venue, and create new revenue by owning the surrounding properties, too.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Turner then turned his attention to philanthropy, giving away huge amounts of his wealth to support global causes, including $1 billion to the United Nations Foundation and other sums to support the environment and nuclear non-proliferation.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 May 2026
  • Under Armour will also be giving away product to attendees including its UA HB-Lo sneaker.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Verb
  • While acknowledging that antisemites may have good characteristics—a loving husband, a generous and conscientious citizen—Sartre claimed that their hatred ultimately defines them.
    Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 8 May 2026
  • The event created space for conversation about how advances in at‑home beauty devices are becoming part of evolving personal care routines, while acknowledging the experiences of people navigating hormonal conditions that can affect skin and hair growth.
    Footwear News, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
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“Raking up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raking%20up. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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