GLEAN Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

glean

verb

Definition of glean

as in to gather

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Recent Examples of glean While garlic and spinach are nutritious ways to glean health benefits, keep in mind that these foods may pose risks for some people. — Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 23 June 2026 Having these vast quantities of data means L’Oréal can glean vital insights by looking backwards, but this becomes more powerful still when combined with a philosophy which has guided the company since its earliest days. — Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 22 June 2026 But there wasn’t much to be gleaned from his conversation with Conroy. — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2026 Still, osmosis can be valuable, and that’s what Simpson is trying to glean. — Nate Atkins, New York Times, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for glean

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The clubs use that data, as well as additional information gathered through other testing methods, to aid in the management of the training loads and performance of their athletes.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 10 Aug. 2026
People gather at Edge at Hudson Yards in Manhattan in New York City during a 90% partial solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 in New York City.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

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Los Angeles gave up three promising prospects for what might be a short-term rental of the 29-year-old Skubal, who will likely reap the benefits of free agency this winter.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
Unsurprisingly, firms reaping profits from the AI boom steal the show.

— Naazneen Karmali, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

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Their sustainable food and beverage operations include harvesting fruit and vegetables from their on-site pesticide-free garden and their ongoing relationships with local farmers.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Climate change is narrowing the window for harvesting wine grapes, forcing winemakers to make quick decisions when even a few days can mean the difference between a good vintage and a bad one.

— Colleen Barry, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of harvest

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Kateri’s section is quieter and methodical like its central hero, who slips undetected among this community to sow her chaos and reap her revenge.

— Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 13 Aug. 2026
The 1990s sowed the seeds for bourbon’s recovery, but real growth didn’t occur until after the turn of the century.

— Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

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