as in store
made beforehand in large numbers
a bought dress that looked like a high-end designer item
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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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as in to bribe
to influence someone with a bribe
there were rumors that the mobster had bought the judge
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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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as in purchased
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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as in bribed
to influence someone with a bribe
there were rumors that the mobster had bought the judge
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as in believed
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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Recent Examples of bought
Patrick Frater, Variety, 14 July 2022
Cineplex has also begun offering refunds to all customers that pre-bought tickets for upcoming film screenings.
—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2022
Cory McNeley, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
After buying the title off script, the Korean distributor put together a robust social media campaign that targeted young audiences while emphasizing the film’s mouth-watering content.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025
Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
Analysts are divided on the stock, with just 39% of them giving it a buy or overweight rating.
—Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for bought 
Adjective
The chain said that refunds would be available to patrons who had pre-bought tickets.
—Patrick Frater, Variety, 14 July 2022
Cineplex has also begun offering refunds to all customers that pre-bought tickets for upcoming film screenings.
—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2022
Verb
Choose tools that match your organization’s technical proficiency; don’t buy a Ferrari for someone who’s never going to drive on the interstate.
—Cory McNeley, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
After buying the title off script, the Korean distributor put together a robust social media campaign that targeted young audiences while emphasizing the film’s mouth-watering content.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025
Noun
There will also be a buy one, add one for $1 offer on various breakfast, lunch and dinner items.
—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
Analysts are divided on the stock, with just 39% of them giving it a buy or overweight rating.
—Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2025
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The National Retail Federation expects U.S. online and non-store sales this year to grow as much as 23% from 2020, to roughly $1.13 trillion, the trade group said in June.—
Angus Loten,
WSJ,
27 Oct. 2021
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And online and other non-store sales are expected to increase between 10% and 12%.—
Ivana Pino,
Fortune,
20 Dec. 2022
Noun
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Mack had 19 points, six assists and two steals, while Fielder also had 19 points with eight rebounds and two blocks.—
Ryan Canfield,
Fox News,
18 Jan. 2025
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Sierra Canyon 82, Louisville 41: Jerzy Robinson finished with 39 points, 10 rebounds and six steals for the 18-1 Trailblazers.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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But former officials familiar with the subject argue the vast changes that have swept through the region over the past four years and particularly in recent months also provide new chances for a grand bargain.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
12 Jan. 2025
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Oklahoma delivered their end of the bargain, notching two second-place 9.95s and not counting a score below 9.875.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
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Since that last deal was inked, WNBA coaching salaries have eclipsed $1 million for the first time.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
17 Jan. 2025
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And the luggage deals don’t stop here, though — keep reading for more.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Bought.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bought. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.
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