1
as in to purchase
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
I really want to buy that new book, but I don't have enough money right now
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2
as in to bribe
to influence someone with a bribe
there were rumors that the mobster had bought the judge
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3
as in to believe
to regard as right or true
if you buy that story, then I have a bridge in Brooklyn you might be interested in
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as in steal
something bought or offered for sale at a desirable price
four cartons of ice cream for four dollars is a real buy
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Cailey Gleeson, Journal Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2024
Six years earlier, his parents, Karen Howard-Goss and Gary Goss, had bought the Iron Horse Station, a historic hotel on Bridge Street with high ceilings, wood floors and 15 rooms situated over a restaurant and tavern on the ground floor.
—Chris Kenning, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024
The investment bank maintained its buy rating while increasing its price target on HCA by $75 to $450, implying 8% potential upside from Friday’s close.
—Pia Singh,christopher Hayes, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2024
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Verb
Those planning to be designated drivers can buy specific tickets at the door, according to festival organizers.
—Cailey Gleeson, Journal Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2024
Six years earlier, his parents, Karen Howard-Goss and Gary Goss, had bought the Iron Horse Station, a historic hotel on Bridge Street with high ceilings, wood floors and 15 rooms situated over a restaurant and tavern on the ground floor.
—Chris Kenning, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
Noun
Fresh survey data on the home furnishings market from BigCommerce revealed consumer preferences for more sustainable products, a willingness to use new technologies and a demand for buy online, pick up in-store.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024
The investment bank maintained its buy rating while increasing its price target on HCA by $75 to $450, implying 8% potential upside from Friday’s close.
—Pia Singh,christopher Hayes, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2024
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“Buy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buy. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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