buy into

phrase

: to purchase a portion of or interest in
the TV network bought into its local football team

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The era of buying into every viral piece or collaboration is slowing. Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 29 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1746, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of buy into was in 1746

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“Buy into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/buy%20into. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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