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
Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Additionally, pairs of skis with bright graphic art line the bar walls as decor, providing something of a showroom for folks interested in learning about the products — or maybe even purchasing their own pair after a few drinks.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
The luckiest fans had already snatched up their tickets on Friday when a new block of tickets was released for purchase by fans who’d registered for the ticket sales lottery.
—Peter Larsen, Daily News, 28 Mar. 2026
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Verb
Tickets must be purchased in advance for children to participate; the cost is $15 for Dublin residents and $18 for non-residents.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Additionally, pairs of skis with bright graphic art line the bar walls as decor, providing something of a showroom for folks interested in learning about the products — or maybe even purchasing their own pair after a few drinks.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
Have questions about ordering or a purchase?
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
The luckiest fans had already snatched up their tickets on Friday when a new block of tickets was released for purchase by fans who’d registered for the ticket sales lottery.
—Peter Larsen, Daily News, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for purchase
Verb
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Going to a local bike shop instead of buying online can help, enabling riders to ask questions, take a test ride and learn what’s legal and what isn’t.—
Sarah Raza,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Whoever sold oil futures and bought stock futures had made a lot of money in a short time.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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That translates to less leverage on wages, more competition for roles, and longer job searches.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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As everything started to unfold, there were multiple reports that Swift was indeed involved, offering support to Lively at one point, and that Lively brought Swift up as leverage against Baldoni.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
30 Mar. 2026
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For devout followers of BTS, or their colleagues in groups like Blackpink and Stray Kids, sales figures and stream counts are not neutral matters of fact.—
Mitch Therieau,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Krispy Kreme aims to have franchisees generate nearly 50% of systemwide sales starting in fiscal 2027 through refranchising efforts, the report said.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Javier Sanoja lined a double over the head of left fielder Jake McCarthy, who missed making the grab by inches.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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The only question now is the final tally of Donald’s victims, mostly civilians and children, when his Middle East power grab from indiscriminate carpet-bombing comes to an end.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Mathew says that Latitude’s competition is traditional banks who facilitate foreign exchange transactions through legacy rails like Swift.—
Carlos Garcia,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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However, some transactions may not process until the next business day.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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According to a source with direct knowledge of the journey planning, Precious Shipping instructed the captain to leave anchorage some time around midnight.—
Kocha Olarn,
CNN Money,
20 Mar. 2026
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Brilliant blue waves meet a sensational crescent of white sand at Salt Whistle Bay, one of the most stunning anchorages in the southeastern Caribbean.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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An elite on-ball defender with a team-high 61 steals this past season, the 19-year-old point guard was also inconsistent and could benefit from another year in college.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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When Houston had a chance to win the game at the end of regulation, Minnesota generated a steal that actually led to an opportunity going the other way.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Basic actions like grasp, place, open, and close are linked to objects or positions, forcing the system to connect decisions with the physical world.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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Even if Ohtani doesn’t quite reach Cy Young heights, a fourth straight MVP is well within his grasp.—
D.J. Short,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Purchase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purchase. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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