Earn meaning in English

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Definition

to earn (good money): to be paid (well) for work verb
To earn one's living To make enough money to live (by working)
the earnings: the amount of money paid for work done noun

UK: I earned £4000 last week.
US: Oh really? And what will you do with your earnings?

Examples

  • "In both cases, this is not terribly, uh, serious, because our earnings more than compensate for these expenses."
  • "Greg : That's a lot more than I earn!"
  • "With a lovely head like yours, I mean with your unique skills and experience, you could be earning a seven-figure salary!"
  • "In January of 1980, Bruno took the little money he had earned, packed his bags, and with his loyal dog Stink, left Paris to explore the world."
  • "You can earn serious money without leaving the comfort of your own home."
  • "You predicted growth of nearly 3 percent over last year's second quarter earnings, Mr. Delavigne!"
  • "Bruno took the little money he had earned, packed his bags, and with his loyal dog Stink, set off to explore the world."
  • "I'll just take 50% of all your future earnings."
  • "Donna : Earning good money?"
  • "- The chance to earn your fortune, without working your butt off."
  • "In January of 1980, Bruno took the little money he had earned, packed his bags, and with his loyal dog Stink, set off to explore the world."
  • "Ira : If this company publicly predicts earnings, no matter how big or small, and the company fails to earn that money, then its stock suffers."
  • "You've gotta be able to lead by example in this business Jean, that way you earn respect from your team. Sales is a battle, and you have to motivate your troops each and every day."
  • "Ira : If this company publicly predicts earnings, no matter how big or small, and the company fails to earn that money, then its stock suffers."
  • "Icarus : Uh, well, Mr. Cashman, the EBIT refers to our earnings before interest and taxes."
  • "Just look at Cherie Blair, she has raised three children yet still manages to earn more money than her husband and he is the Prime Minister of England."
  • "I earn a six-figure salary, I'm a former model, and have my own two-bedroom apartment in Pacific Heights."
  • "Bruno took the little money he had earned, packed his bags, and with his loyal dog Stink, left Paris to explore the world."
  • "Susie : Alright guys, it's time to start earning your pay cheques."

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