reaped

past tense of reap

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Recent Examples of reaped Long-term value will be reaped by whomever controls the environments where AI operates rather than the models themselves. Francis Sideco, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 These new tools have proven capable of meeting age-old problems with innovative solutions, and the results are benefits that can be reaped across the board. William Jones, USA Today, 20 July 2026 Where challenges entered, our determination, imaginations, creativity and dedication to keep America strong have reaped blessings and success. Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026 The offbeat film became a critical and audience hit, grossing $140 million, and reaped Oscars for Hunter, Paquin and screenwriter Campion. Chris Morris, Variety, 13 July 2026 Since 2013, Chevron has consistently charged the highest gas prices in the state and reaped the biggest profit margins. Jerry McNerney, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 So many of those parcels had been seized, stolen, or abandoned, or else were ticking away into the high season, cash millions worth of cannabis sown and soon to be reaped. Literary Hub, 22 June 2026 Year after year, his former (although now very distant) billionaires club has reaped a growing number of members — from tech titans to celebrities. Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Fortune, 12 June 2026 Software engineers have largely reaped the benefits of AI agents, but workers in other roles have been slower to adopt the technology. Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reaped
Verb
  • Given how easily they are raised and harvested with fewer resources than are needed for more traditional livestock, insects present an effective way to combat climate change.
    Gawon Bae, CNN Money, 23 July 2026
  • To the chef, mango can behave like several different ingredients depending on when it’s harvested and how it’s treated.
    Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Verb
  • The fourth star and a fairytale send off for Lionel Messi earned through lots of grit, fighting spirit and a bit of magic evaporated into the East Rutherford, New Jersey, air.
    Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • Lamine Yamal’s young brother earned a roar from the crowd when he was shown on the big screen with his parents.
    Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Verb
  • Smith was on the 11-member search committee that picked the finalist candidates and weeded Epstein out of the list of top 20 candidates.
    Austin Horn July 24, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
  • The six states picked to be first together tell the story of who the Democratic party is, said Debbie Dingell, a congresswoman from Michigan, urging members to not read too much into who was given the first slot.
    Maham Javaid, NPR, 24 July 2026
Verb
  • After getting their start on reality TV in the UK, the Tate brothers have gained notoriety over the years by promoting increasingly misogynistic content online, racking up followers — and criminal charges.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
  • And the Cup created new stars, like 40-year-old Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, who gained millions of Instagram followers after shutting out Spain.
    Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026
Verb
  • The lawsuit alleges Cacioppo had previously won competitive contract bids.
    Alexa Newsom, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
  • After leaving the Heat, James won one title with the Cavaliers in 2016 and another championship with the Lakers in 2020.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
Verb
  • The second apron, a payroll threshold far above the luxury tax, has garnered the attention of the basketball world since its inception in 2023 because of the strategic repercussions that come with going above it.
    Fred Katz, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • Another post to Facebook about the business garnered more support, with people expressing their excitement for the course to open.
    Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
Verb
  • Here’s a closer look at the individual deals — who is behind each firm, how much CMS paid and what the district got in return, according to contracts obtained through public records.
    Josh Bergeron, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026
  • In pictures obtained by Backgrid, Knox sported a bleach-blonde undercut, the back and sides of which were buzzed short.
    Hannah Malach, InStyle, 22 July 2026
Verb
  • The City of Yes plan swept aside cumbersome zoning rules and made office buildings completed as recently as 1990 eligible for conversion in most of Manhattan and parts of other boroughs.
    Andrew Rice, Curbed, 23 July 2026
  • Owner Dan Weinberger told the Star-Telegram while a lot of progress has been made to accommodate more people, there are still a few finishing touches that need to be completed.
    Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026

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“Reaped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reaped. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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