rake in
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Now, there are a handful of other AI companies capturing investor attention as they rake in hefty profits.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 23, 2026
That, and a booming economy, helped Detroit carmakers rake in profits, which were subsequently funneled into pursuing other businesses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
Yet more wondered if this was just an easy way for her to rake in more money.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
In a rare feat for any indie arthouse movie, the thriller is currently on track to rake in $100 million.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
He could be found on fall afternoons with a rake in hand, or a splitting maul perhaps.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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