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as in developing
to come to have gradually
from years of working two jobs, he has acquired the ability to get by on only a few hours of sleep a day
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as in earning
to receive as return for effort
acquired a reputation for always arriving at his friends' house just as they were sitting down to dinner
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Recent Examples of acquiring
Lien De Pau, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Reverence For History Marketers need to be wary of overzealousness when acquiring new brands.
—Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The automaker has invested approximately $10 billion in Cruise since first acquiring it in 2016, Barra said.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
For Levy, owned by Britain’s Compass Group, acquiring equity in Elevate was a natural progression.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Omnicom is acquiring Interpublic in an all-stock deal that will reshape the advertising and marketing sectors, creating the world’s largest ad firm.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
With Toyota Gazoo Racing's involvement in competitions such as the World Rally Championship and FIA World Endurance Championship, acquiring a driver of Ricciardo's caliber could further improve their visibility and fanbase.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
Part of this backup plan would be acquiring an ace.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
This meant the dealer went through the lengthy process of acquiring a WOWGR and all their customers owned casks through them.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Instead, the duo envisioned diversifying their revenue streams by acquiring a complementary business.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Reverence For History Marketers need to be wary of overzealousness when acquiring new brands.
—Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The automaker has invested approximately $10 billion in Cruise since first acquiring it in 2016, Barra said.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
For Levy, owned by Britain’s Compass Group, acquiring equity in Elevate was a natural progression.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Omnicom is acquiring Interpublic in an all-stock deal that will reshape the advertising and marketing sectors, creating the world’s largest ad firm.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
With Toyota Gazoo Racing's involvement in competitions such as the World Rally Championship and FIA World Endurance Championship, acquiring a driver of Ricciardo's caliber could further improve their visibility and fanbase.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
Part of this backup plan would be acquiring an ace.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
This meant the dealer went through the lengthy process of acquiring a WOWGR and all their customers owned casks through them.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acquiring
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When asked about forecasts of future bitcoin gains that could ease the nation’s debt, Kumar says the long-term outlook for bitcoin remains uncertain.Max Zahn, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024
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Crime has also been an issue for Democrats in cities like New York, where Republicans made significant gains with all types of voters this year.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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As always, tax experts are the best resources to consult for help developing the right strategy.Jenn Flynn, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Whether developing a new product or launching a marketing campaign, make privacy part of the conversation from the beginning.Jodi Daniels, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, those earning status through Alaska Airlines or American Airlines can only use the lounge when traveling outside of North America.Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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This means more people of color are earning a higher education, but few are opting to become teachers.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Snowpack -- the accumulation and compression of snow on the ground -- sustains the water supply for many regions, supplying water for drinking, irrigation and more throughout the year, according to Trudeau.Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 15 Dec. 2024
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Parts of Siskiyou County in Oregon can expect additional snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches with winds gusting as high as 65 mph.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Employee Advocacy Marketers, particularly those in leadership roles, can play a pivotal role in cultivating a culture of employee advocacy.Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Rise to Power Assad’s father, Hafez Assad, had been cultivating Bashar’s oldest brother Basil as his successor.Greg Wehner, Fox News, 9 Dec. 2024
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This includes specific trends and products that are gaining popularity, identifying patterns and forecasting demand.Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Marketers used it to test landing pages, ads and website copy, gaining valuable insights by comparing metrics like click-through rates and conversions.Dan Rogers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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At just 19 years old, JuJu Watkins has not only solidified a financially prosperous future, but secured herself as a leader in the future of women’s basketball, joining the ownership group of Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s basketball league that will make its debut in January.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, gun ownership among Democratic women remains relatively rare.Terry Collins, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan shared a statement on the New Jersey native winning the award.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Vikings had a five-game winning streak at the start of the season and are in the midst of a six-game run.Steve Silverman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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