Harvesting Terms

verb to come together, assemble, or collect in one place

• The data gathered from the research study will be presented at the conference.
• We gathered at the park for a picnic with friends.
• I gathered from his tone that he wasn't interested in what I was saying.
• She gathered her thoughts before speaking in front of the audience.

verb to gather or collect gradually bit by bit; to gather information or material slowly and carefully

• She was able to glean valuable information from the research report.
• I tried to glean some tips from the cooking show to improve my skills.
• I managed to glean some juicy gossip from the conversation at the party.
• Through years of experience, he was able to glean wisdom and insight into human behavior.

noun the act of choosing or selecting something

verb to remove unwanted items or objects from a group

• I will need to carefully pick the most qualified candidate for the job.
• Can you help me pick out a new outfit for the party?
• Let's pick up some snacks before heading to the movies.
• She had to pick up the pieces of her broken heart and move on.