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as in harvesting
to catch or collect (a crop or natural resource) for human use
my great-grandfather had to reap the wheat on his family farm with a hand scythe
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as in earning
to receive as return for effort
if you continue to work hard at musicianship, you will reap the rewards of being a concert pianist
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Recent Examples of reaping
Manufacturing at Micron’s new $50 billion plant isn’t set to start until next year, but the project is already reaping millions of dollars for Boise.
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Mark Dee
june 24,
Idaho Statesman,
24 June 2026
Large firms have outsourced labor-intensive work while reaping technology’s huge productivity gains.
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Claire Zillman,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
An enemy that was hit hard but remains unrelentingly hostile and is now reaping unexpected strategic gains.
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Daniel B. Shapiro,
The Atlantic,
17 June 2026
While reaping huge profits from AI spending, Nvidia has also become a significant investor in AI companies, committing a total of more than $90 billion to developers, including OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI, and suppliers, including Coherent, Marvell, Lumentum, and Corning.
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ArsTechnica,
15 June 2026
Fifty-seven of those claims were approved and fully paid more than $95 million before the scheme was discovered, reaping the firms approximately $20 million in attorney’s fees, according to the report.
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Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
Chip and memory companies are indeed reaping big growth in revenue and profit because of the AI boom, but their stock prices have been soaring at astounding speeds.
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Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Nicholas, on the other hand, is already reaping the rewards of the World Cup.
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Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
Some of those bets took time to show returns — six years, in the case of his $1 billion investment in Cisco’s Silicon One architecture — but Robbins is now reaping the rewards.
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Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
29 May 2026
Mark Dee
june 24,
Idaho Statesman,
24 June 2026
Large firms have outsourced labor-intensive work while reaping technology’s huge productivity gains.
—
Claire Zillman,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
An enemy that was hit hard but remains unrelentingly hostile and is now reaping unexpected strategic gains.
—
Daniel B. Shapiro,
The Atlantic,
17 June 2026
While reaping huge profits from AI spending, Nvidia has also become a significant investor in AI companies, committing a total of more than $90 billion to developers, including OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI, and suppliers, including Coherent, Marvell, Lumentum, and Corning.
—
ArsTechnica,
15 June 2026
Fifty-seven of those claims were approved and fully paid more than $95 million before the scheme was discovered, reaping the firms approximately $20 million in attorney’s fees, according to the report.
—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
Chip and memory companies are indeed reaping big growth in revenue and profit because of the AI boom, but their stock prices have been soaring at astounding speeds.
—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Nicholas, on the other hand, is already reaping the rewards of the World Cup.
—
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
Some of those bets took time to show returns — six years, in the case of his $1 billion investment in Cisco’s Silicon One architecture — but Robbins is now reaping the rewards.
—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reaping
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Crooks then deploy myriad methods, including showing viewers scam ads and fake software updates, harvesting their data, or earning commissions by sending them to gambling or adult content sites.
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Trim the Tops Remove the green foliage immediately after harvesting to help preserve the carrot’s moisture, flavor, and texture.
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Cape Verde then closed the group stage by earning draws against Uruguay on June 21 and Saudi Arabia on June 26.
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Some of the world’s most successful companies are built on it, earning their profits on services layered atop an open core.
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One of the first tips for picking the perfect melon is its weight.
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That would take the power of picking your replacement out of the hands of voters.
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To remain tuition-free, Miss Major Middle is launching as a microschool, a nontraditional educational model gaining traction nationwide.
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Living with less and gaining more Life here isn’t perfect.
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France has been the dominant team of this World Cup, winning all four of its games while outsourcing opponents 13-2.
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Spanish fans are putting a lot of hope on Yamal as the national team has failed to make it past the round of 16 since winning the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
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The beloved southern elephant seal, Neil the Seal, is back in Tasmania, causing havoc yet again and garnering fans through his antics.
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Each item has a domestic value of 70 percent or more, making the cut based on the FTC’s parameters and garnering an impressive fan club of New Balance loyalists who prefer shopping local.
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Both teams are dangerous and could make runs, but getting past their first opponents in the next stage will be a daunting task.
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To avoid rage-booking, experts suggest pausing before purchasing, getting a second opinion, and planning travel in advance.
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But making their wishes known ahead of time is key to maintaining independence even as life situations change, said Kweli Rashied-Henry, interim director of Fulton County Senior Services.
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In fact, a single cup of pomegranate arils contains about 7 grams of fiber, making the fruit beneficial for digestive health and promoting fullness.
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“Reaping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reaping. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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