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- noun Plural form of
rake . - verb Third-person singular simple present indicative form of
rake .
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Examples
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Before you could say King Kamehameha, the men returned disguised as two rakes from the Russian colony on Lahaina.
George Heymont: Na Lei Hulu I Ka Wekiu Celebrates 25 Years of Hula in San Francisco George Heymont 2010
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Before you could say King Kamehameha, the men returned disguised as two rakes from the Russian colony on Lahaina.
George Heymont: Na Lei Hulu I Ka Wekiu Celebrates 25 Years of Hula in San Francisco George Heymont 2010
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In contrast, the long history of the use of rakes is yet to be investigated, but the word is likely an old innovation.
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Gentlemen wanted to become known as rakes because it gives them a slightly dangerous air, a bit of a reputation that makes all the ladies curious and even sends some swooning.
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When Mallow was the farthest south-western outpost of civilization it is possible that the "rakes" who converged upon that pretty spot from the surrounding country
Disturbed Ireland Being the Letters Written During the Winter of 1880-81. Bernard H. Becker
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If he 'rakes' or runs with his nose near the ground, he should be admonished to 'hold up', and, if he still persists, the 'muzzle-peg' may be resorted to.
The Dog William Youatt 1811
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For one thing, notice that in the more recent picture, the layout "rakes" the perspective of the floor line a bit, creating a diagonal that forces the composition elements into something of a diamond.
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We will help you sort your 'rakes' and decide on the numbers that might be best to play.
Jamaica Star Online 2010
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Cezanne Bike and Multi-Use Utility Storage Rack - Versatile enough for bikes and sports gear or yard equipment and gardening tools, such as rakes, shovels, leaf blowers, trimmers, and small items as well.
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We will help you sort your 'rakes' and decide on the numbers that might be best to play.
Jamaica Star Online 2010
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