as in earned
to receive as return for effort
after years of proving herself, she obtained recognition as a serious journalist
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Recent Examples of obtained
Then, in November 2023, the company announced plans to become the largest US producer of lithium, to be obtained from the Smackover formation in Southern Arkansas.
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David Blackmon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Around 45 million Americans are now enrolled in healthcare arrangements that are part of the ACA exchanges, with approximately 21 million Americans having obtained health insurance through the ACA in 2024.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
According to a press release obtained by PEOPLE, the production team worked in close partnership with the Sinatra and Davis estates in order to ensure a faithful representation of the late stars.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
In a police report obtained by PEOPLE, deputies with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Burrow’s Anderson Township home on Monday night after the mother of a woman who works for the athlete called 911.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
In the audio obtained by the station, Burrow’s employee could be heard talking to a male security officer who was also inside the residence.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Filing In a new court filing obtained by PEOPLE, Jay-Z's lawyer Alex Spiro asked the federal court in New York to dismiss the case completely and have the accuser's name made public.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
In September, an unauthorized party obtained member information — including names, social security numbers and health insurance and medical details — through an email phishing attack.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
That policy was implemented by Attorney General Merrick Garland following an uproar over the revelation that federal prosecutors had obtained subpoenas for journalists’ phone records.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 1 Dec. 2024
David Blackmon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Around 45 million Americans are now enrolled in healthcare arrangements that are part of the ACA exchanges, with approximately 21 million Americans having obtained health insurance through the ACA in 2024.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
According to a press release obtained by PEOPLE, the production team worked in close partnership with the Sinatra and Davis estates in order to ensure a faithful representation of the late stars.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
In a police report obtained by PEOPLE, deputies with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Burrow’s Anderson Township home on Monday night after the mother of a woman who works for the athlete called 911.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
In the audio obtained by the station, Burrow’s employee could be heard talking to a male security officer who was also inside the residence.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Filing In a new court filing obtained by PEOPLE, Jay-Z's lawyer Alex Spiro asked the federal court in New York to dismiss the case completely and have the accuser's name made public.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
In September, an unauthorized party obtained member information — including names, social security numbers and health insurance and medical details — through an email phishing attack.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
That policy was implemented by Attorney General Merrick Garland following an uproar over the revelation that federal prosecutors had obtained subpoenas for journalists’ phone records.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 1 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtained
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As a result, the film has earned Run DMC a Grammy Award nomination in the Best Music Film category.Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Its commitment to excellence has earned widespread recognition in the press, enhancing its stellar reputation and inspiring a deep sense of pride among employees.Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The turbos were banished and the cylinder count grew by 50 percent, as Ferrari’s range-topper gained a V-12 for the first time.Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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This year’s Women to Watch list includes several more political leaders who have just recently gained or are poised to potentially attain power in months ahead.Erin Spencer Sairam, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Under Xavi's successor Hansi Flick, who won the elite European competition with Bayern Munich in 2022, Barca again looks certain to at least make the last 16 without the need to contest a two-legged playoff.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Sales were ticking back up thanks to the success of its $5 meals and some limited-time souvenirs that won people back.Allison Morrow, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Small towns and county sheriffs have reaped benefits from agreements with immigration services, often building or expanding facilities to get contracts.The New Yorker, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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No matter what benefits may be reaped from the bioactives in raw milk, Lin said, drinking it is simply too unsafe to recommend.Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 5 Dec. 2024
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The puzzle game has rapidly garnered a dedicated global fan base, with players eagerly discussing strategies and sharing their daily results on social media.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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The project garnered incentives of more than $30 million in state grant funding and a tax abatement.Eric D. Lawrence, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
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These differences in implementation suggest that while progress is being made, full parity in gaming representation has not yet been achieved.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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About Forbes Forbes champions success by celebrating those who have made it, and those who aspire to make it.Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Those policies could modestly improve the outlook for domestic steelmakers by hiking prices, boosting revenue and increasing employment, though the benefits would not lift the sector to the heights attained in its heyday, experts told ABC News.Max Zahn, ABC News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Income is income, while true wealth of the multiple millions and billions variety is attained through equity, not income.John Tamny, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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During that time, hospitals acquired more than 8,000 independent physician practices, consolidating local care into expensive hospital networks.Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent thriller Dig Me No Grave was acquired by Buffalo 8 while Spring Lakes was picked up by Gravitas Ventures.Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Obtained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtained. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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