as in to buy
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
I need to purchase a new heavy coat
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Recent Examples of purchase
Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
During that time, the actor purchased an uninhabitable island in Tahiti and recruited Los Angeles architect Judge, portrayed by Jon Heder, to build the world’s first ecologically friendly retreat.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2024
Jordan Minor, PCMAG, 11 Nov. 2024
That may mean returning a purchase or adjusting your budget.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
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In other words, adopting Amendment 2 won’t change any existing fishing regulations or the agency’s ability to set seasons, bag limits, or methods, and sportsmen will still have to purchase fishing and hunting licenses.
—Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
During that time, the actor purchased an uninhabitable island in Tahiti and recruited Los Angeles architect Judge, portrayed by Jon Heder, to build the world’s first ecologically friendly retreat.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2024
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However, that single purchase doesn’t include everything that the tool offers.
—Jordan Minor, PCMAG, 11 Nov. 2024
That may mean returning a purchase or adjusting your budget.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
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Money & Markets The 10 best SUVs to buy right now, according to Consumer Reports Consumer Reports tested more than 150 SUVs to make its recommendations By Start Slideshow Americans love their SUVs, which make up the majority of new car purchases in the country.Ben Kesslen, Quartz, 10 Nov. 2024
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Dexter bought the resort in 1883 and supported it as a luxury draw for 13 years, until Twin Lakes were dammed, a mere year after the cabin’s construction.James Dziezynski, Outside Online, 10 Nov. 2024
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Similarly, Trump faced little backlash or accountability for his rhetoric or policy decisions throughout his term, including attempts to implement a Muslim travel ban or to shut down the government as leverage for funding for a wall along the US-Mexico border.Li Zhou, Vox, 6 Nov. 2024
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Knowing the right people and being in the loop gives you access to information others don’t have—and that’s a form of leverage.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The site was for sale after Jones lost a $1.4 billion defamation suit against the families of children killed in the Sandy Hook massacre — which Jones continually spread lies about — forcing him into bankruptcy.Justin Curto, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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And those agents can actually ruin deals — like the one who tried to negotiate a price down by insulting the home, which turned off her sellers, or another who threatened a sale by going on vacation instead of signing papers at a closing.Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
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All of the seats in Indiana’s House of Representatives, which have two-year terms, were up for grabs today.Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
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That includes two incumbents whose seats are up for grabs and two soon-to-be vacant seats.Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
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The filing also details various financial agreements, including convertible debt transactions and a licensing agreement with Advaxis, Inc.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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That way, your antivirus software can detect threats in real-time, and a hacker would have to gain access to your phone and your Mac to execute any transactions.Kate Irwin, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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More than a dozen container vessels are currently waiting in the port anchorage area of Freeport, Everstream Analytics data shows.Lori Ann LaRocco, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
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Mina Rashid will be transformed into a luxurious waterfront residential community, and anchorage points will be expanded across the emirate.Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024
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Braun has rocketed out of the gate as the Nuggets’ new fifth starter, averaging 16.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, a block and a steal per game through a tenth of the season.Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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Luke Kornet started in place of Brown in the second game against the Hornets and dropped 19 points, four rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and one steal.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
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Mastering the pincer grasp The pincer grasp describes your toddler's ability to pick up objects with their thumb and forefinger.Alex Vance, Parents, 30 Oct. 2024
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Jamie Flanagan plays Father Mathis, a calm and empathetic leader who spares compassion for those fearing the devil as well as those who may already be in his grasp.Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Purchase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purchase. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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