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as in to win
to receive as return for effort
during my teen years I earned pocket money by mowing lawns
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Recent Examples of earn
The set blasts in at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 219,000 equivalent album units earned in the U.S. in its opening week (March 7-13), according to Luminate — the biggest weekly sum for an album by a woman this year.
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Xander Zellner, Billboard, 18 Mar. 2025
North Carolina snuck into the men’s draw as the final team chosen, a notable decision given that a) UNC athletic director Bubba Cunningham is chair of the selection committee, and b) Cunningham earned a $68,000 bonus for the Tar Heels’ selection.
—Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Many attendees shared their excitement about earning rewards while performing everyday activities, underscoring DePIN’s accessible and practical appeal.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.
—Olivia Lidbury, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2025
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Xander Zellner, Billboard, 18 Mar. 2025
North Carolina snuck into the men’s draw as the final team chosen, a notable decision given that a) UNC athletic director Bubba Cunningham is chair of the selection committee, and b) Cunningham earned a $68,000 bonus for the Tar Heels’ selection.
—Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Many attendees shared their excitement about earning rewards while performing everyday activities, underscoring DePIN’s accessible and practical appeal.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.
—Olivia Lidbury, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2025
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Oscillating between lilac, light blue, and gray, light periwinkle nails are the winning formula for those looking for a delicate pastel shade inspired by the sky and flower petals.—
Alice Nardiotti,
Vogue,
15 Mar. 2025
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Michigan State, the conference’s regular-season champs, had won eight in a row.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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Even tyrants deserve to know the truth without being publicly humiliated.—
Todd Nordstrom,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Spring also deserves a full closet refresh, including new shoes for weddings and outdoor activities.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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The iPhone maker is used to grappling with a challenging market in China – particularly as domestic tech brands gain more traction in the country.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN,
19 Mar. 2025
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LaVar Ball first gained national attention in 2016, as the loquacious former athlete began predicting that all three of his sons would play in the NBA, going as far as to compare his eldest son, Lonzo, favorably to four-time NBA champion Steph Curry.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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To reap the benefits of infrared light without the risk, Seheult recommended going outside and covering up for about 30 minutes, even in the morning or evening while the sun is setting.—
Angelica Stabile,
Fox News,
15 Mar. 2025
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These inclusion efforts reap benefits for individuals, workplace policies, and businesses.—
Nadia Edwards-Dashti,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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In just a few weeks after release, the film’s teaser trailer garnered over 35 million views.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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Since opening, The Urban Oyster has garnered national attention for its unique approach to oyster preparation.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
14 Mar. 2025
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Seattle general manager John Schneider has expressed apprehension about making those sorts of commitments.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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This focus allows businesses to sharpen their value proposition and make their message resonate.—
Sneha Lundia,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Osborne recently obtained her physician assistant license and plans to begin working in urgent care soon.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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Fox News obtained the dramatic video that shows the jets taking off towards the terrorist targets.—
Andrea Margolis,
Fox News,
18 Mar. 2025
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Watkins made some bad decisions in traffic, and the Bruins were able to get away with some contact in the paint.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
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Forbes Daily: Join over 1 million Forbes Daily subscribers and get our best stories, exclusive reporting and essential analysis of the day’s news in your inbox every weekday.—
Nick Crain,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Earn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earn. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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