raking

VERB

scrape up, hoe

Synonyms

STRONGEST

comb scour scrape

STRONG

clear collect enfilade examine gather grade graze grub harrow hunt ransack rasp remove rummage scan scratch scrutinize search smooth sweep weed

WEAK

break up clean up clear up fine-comb fine-tooth-comb

Antonyms

STRONG

disperse distribute divide plant scatter

Example Sentences

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He helped with laundry and raking the leaves and shoveling snow.

From Literature

"I have to go out and finish raking," said Jeremy with a sigh.

From Literature

A Canadian man, Dallas Pokornik, is accused of masquerading as both a pilot and a flight attendant, allegedly raking in hundreds of free flights over four years, US authorities said.

From BBC

“Look, I know I’m late,” he said quickly at her appraisal, needlessly adjusting the collar of his shirt and making a futile attempt at raking his hair back into place.

From Literature

Today it’s Nvidia and other chip makers supplying the processing power to the data centers and raking in profits.

From The Wall Street Journal