collect

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The astronauts have instead used an alternative system which involves collapsible plastic containers that collect their urine.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

In its current phase, the project uses robotic instruments to collect spectra from millions of objects across the sky, helping scientists study how stars, black holes, and galaxies evolve over time.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

The Iranian parliament earlier approved a plan to collect tolls on vessels traveling through the strait, state media reported.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Bankers are the ones who market the offering to their clients, collect orders, help price the shares, complete the transaction, and deliver billions to SpaceX, net of fees, of course.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

I had kids collect shells, and we glued them on wooden cigar boxes that I got Johnny Cakes to donate.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm