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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Recent Examples of buy
Clint Davis, People.com, 3 May 2025
But Zoe doesn’t buy it, and is convinced fellow counsellor Ted (Magnussen) is behind Liz’s disappearance.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 2 May 2025
Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2025
As it can be seen in the chart below, Tesla has not experienced a single insider buy in the past three years.
—Gurufocus, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Verb
The answer to all your outdoor storage problems may cost less than buying a new string trimmer.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 3 May 2025
But Zoe doesn’t buy it, and is convinced fellow counsellor Ted (Magnussen) is behind Liz’s disappearance.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 2 May 2025
Noun
The ad buy was a show of strength, underscoring Mamdani’s success in raising funds.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2025
As it can be seen in the chart below, Tesla has not experienced a single insider buy in the past three years.
—Gurufocus, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buy
Verb
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More: 'Sephora kids' trend prompts bill to ban kids from purchasing makeup (again).—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Richard completed the stunt to raise funds to purchase gymnastics equipment for young African gymnasts.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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Those defendants either stated outright or alluded to the fact that their group was bribing multiple CBP officers, the investigating agent wrote.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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Then when the students wouldn’t show up, the brass would bribe them with pizzas once a year.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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It’s revealed that Emily’s triplet, Charity, who is believed to have died during childbirth, is on a murder spree, killing Dante — as well as Emily’s ex-husband, Sean.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
5 May 2025
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Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst also believes Brinson has enough inside quickness to be a factor as a pass rusher.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Noun
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Gray and Loyd combined for 23 points, and Gray logged three steals of her own.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2025
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Adams finished with 17 points, five rebounds, three blocks and a steal in 31 minutes.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Verb
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Choose your battles wisely—some arguments aren’t worth winning (or having).—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Elsewhere, Colorado does have strict policies in place for its athletics Hall of Fame.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Actual implementation of the regulations ultimately took two decades, hitting several road bumps along the way.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Plus, Miles takes us behind the scenes of one of the most epic photoshoots in Vogue and GQ’s histories: the centerpiece portfolio of the May 2025 issue, styled by Law Roach, shot by Tyler Mitchell, and featuring icons including Dapper Dan, Janelle Monae, Spike Lee, and so many more.—
Chelsea Daniel,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
Noun
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For all of the talk about the role players, the top of the lineup, the core on which this team is built, hasn’t held up its end of the bargain.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
30 Apr. 2025
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Thanks to the team that helped, would recommend to anyone looking for a bargain Apr 27, 2025 PS Panagiotis Skordas Verified Buyer Worked like a charm!—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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She’s driven from Long Beach to Azusa searching for apartments, spending her days scanning listings for those that would accept her Federal Emergency Management Agency housing assistance and calling 211 for help.—
Liam Dillon,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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At what cost? The United States already has this type of agreement with the government of El Salvador, which notably has been accepting Venezuelan nationals and housing them in the country's notorious Terrorism Confinement Center, known as CECOT.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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“Buy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buy. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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