earning
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Greenock was also known for sugar refining, at one point boasting 15 refineries, earning it the nickname Sugaropolis.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
Kiarie explains that women have been finding small quantities of alluvial gold along the same seasonal riverbed for years, typically earning $8-$23 a week.
From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026
That’s unlikely when the saver is in peak earning years, unless tax rates rise a lot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
He also became known for a love of luxury labels, particularly French brand Hermes -- earning him the nickname "Belt Xu" after being spotted wearing a Hermes belt to the national political congress.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
“For that only, then,” said the friar, and went to find John who had been playing tunes and earning a few extra farthings from the dancers.
From "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli
