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raked

American  
[reykt] / reɪkt /

adjective

  1. inclining from the vertical or from the horizontal.

    raked masts; a raked stage.


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Etymology

Origin of raked

First recorded in 1945–50; rake 3 + -ed 2

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SpaceX’s record-breaking initial public offering, which raked in almost $86 billion, is of course the biggest fundraise — for any sector — in 2026.

From MarketWatch Jul. 8, 2026

The American striker was battling hulking Bosnia defender Tarik Muharemovic for a loose ball when he inadvertently raked Muharemovic’s right calf with his studs up, then landed on his ankle, twisting it awkwardly.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

Throughout the 1990s—the music industry’s heyday before online piracy wiped out sales of CDs and digital downloads—Davis’s ventures dominated the charts and raked in Grammy awards.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 22, 2026

Liverpool raked in more than £250m from sales of players such as striker Darwin Nunez to Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal, Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich and Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen.

From BBC May 30, 2026

Mami raked her fingers through my hair with a sad smile then walked away, the hem of her dress swinging in rhythm to her rounded hips.

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago

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