reap

Definition

  • verb: to get (something, such as a reward) as a result of something that you have done
  • verb: to cut with a sickle, scythe, or 'reaping' machine
  • synonyms: gather, obtain, shave

Examples

  • If you're rude to everyone, you'll 'reap what you sow'. [=people will be rude to you]

  • She is now 'reaping' the benefits/rewards of her hard work.

  • He 'reaped' large profits from his investments.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Peace is for the women... ...and the weak. Empires are forged by war. All my life, I've stood by your side, fought your enemies. You're the elder, you reap the glory. This is the way of the world. But have I ever complained? Have I ever asked you for anything? Never. You're a man of honor. (..)
    2004 Troy
  • (..) There is the next mission and nothing else. Is that so? Well, then, I quit. You stood by my side all these years while I reaped the benefits of destruction. And now that I'm trying to protect the people that I put in harm's way, you're going to walk out? (..)
    2008 Iron Man
  • (..) our freedom will soon be upon us. For "truth crushed to earth will rise again." When will we be free? Soon, and very soon. Because you shall reap what you sow. When will we be free? Soon, and very soon. Because no lie can live forever. When will we be free? Soon, and very soon (..)
    2014 Selma