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
Kelly Tyko, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.
—Vogue Club, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 10 Feb. 2025
Lore and Rodriguez agreed to buy the team from Taylor in 2021, with the purchase set up in the form of a multi-year payment plan that was scheduled for completion at the end of 2023.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2025
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Trader Joe's has added a limit to how many eggs shoppers can purchase at all of its stores as bird flu shortages increase.
—Kelly Tyko, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.
—Vogue Club, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
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The ruling likely clears the way for Rodriguez and Lore to continue with their purchase of the Timberwolves and Lynx.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 10 Feb. 2025
Lore and Rodriguez agreed to buy the team from Taylor in 2021, with the purchase set up in the form of a multi-year payment plan that was scheduled for completion at the end of 2023.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2025
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Beaverton resident Abbas Shafii bought the jackpot-winning ticket on Jan. 17 at a Fred Meyer store in Beaverton, about 8 miles west of Portland, the Oregon Lottery announced Friday.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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Warren’s letter argues that Disney looked to buy Fubo after facing legal roadblocks to creating its own joint venture sports service Venu.—
Erik Hayden,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Feb. 2025
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However, simply having data isn’t enough; businesses must learn to govern, leverage and monetize it effectively.—
Sudhanshu Duggal,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The leverage of leading talent, like Johansson, is critical.—
Dan Neely,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2025
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Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images French luxury goods firm Kering on Tuesday reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter sales that were nevertheless down year-on-year amid lagging demand for its main Gucci label.—
Karen Gilchrist,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2025
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According to the outlet, the online letter, which is addressed to Giles and digital art specialist Sebastian Sanchez, made its way around on the internet over the weekend shortly after Christie’s announced the sale.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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That place, however, will dig deeper into your bank accounts: the spectacular penthouse pad, which takes up the tower’s 49th and 50th floors and comes with a 116-foot terrace and a private elevator, has been up for grabs since May 2023, listed for a whopping $38 million.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2025
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Benfica and Monaco are set for a high-stakes second leg at the Estadio da Luz on Tuesday with a Champions League last-16 clash against either Barcelona or Liverpool up for grabs.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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Granted, Miller was 33 in his first Buffalo season, but that six-year, $120 million transaction has been an organizational pockmark.—
Tim Graham,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, 32 accounts had transactions over $10 million each, which was up 52% year over year.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2025
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The merchant ship was also damaged, but no injuries were reported on either vessel, the Navy said following the collision near a crowded anchorage for ships transiting the canal.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN,
16 Feb. 2025
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Just north lies Spiaggia di Capo Bianco, the superyacht anchorage of choice set along a vast curve of unspoiled beach that gives easy access to reefs and caves that are ideal for snorkeling.—
Tristan Rutherford,
Robb Report,
1 Feb. 2025
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Queta saw a large workload and played well in the last Celtics-Knicks matchup, notching 11 points, eight rebounds, one steal and one block in 26 minutes after Kristaps Porzingis was scratched shortly before tipoff.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2025
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Wiggins finished Friday’s victory with 25 points on 9-of-19 shooting from the field, 2-of-6 shooting on threes and 5-of-6 shooting from the foul line, eight rebounds, one assist and two steals in 42 minutes in his third appearance and start with the Heat since the trade.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
22 Feb. 2025
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Investors can start out by analyzing the contents of a fund’s portfolio, getting a better grasp of how many of the holdings are below investment grade and how many are simply not rated.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2025
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Just like a great football game, success in AR takes teamwork, preparation and a firm grasp of strategy.—
Reyne Quackenbush,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Purchase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purchase. Accessed 26 Feb. 2025.
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