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reap Listen to audio/ˈri:p/ verb
reaps; reaped; reap·ing
1 [+ obj] : to get (something, such as a reward) as a result of something that you have done
She is now reaping the benefits/rewards of her hard work. He reaped large profits from his investments.
2 : to cut and collect (a plant, crop, etc.) from a field [+ obj] The workers were out reaping the crops. [no obj] The workers were out reaping in the fields.
reap what you sow
: to experience the same kind of things that you have caused other people to experience
If you're rude to everyone, you'll reap what you sow. [=people will be rude to you]

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