as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
after years of proving herself, she obtained recognition as a serious journalist
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of obtain
After intercepting the packages, wildlife agents obtained a search warrant to seize Tin’s cell phones, prosecutors said.
—
Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
Partnering with mental health professionals to obtain thorough psychological evaluations can significantly strengthen cases.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 18 Mar. 2025
As the May deadline approaches for Idahoans to obtain their Star Card, a new driver’s license location in Star City Hall may reduce wait times for Ada County residents.
—Ashley Fredde, Idaho Statesman, 18 Mar. 2025
So, yes, formally listed a Chinese-American, and therefore eligible for time with China’s national team including a stint at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, having obtained Chinese citizenship ahead of that competition.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for obtain
Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
Partnering with mental health professionals to obtain thorough psychological evaluations can significantly strengthen cases.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 18 Mar. 2025
As the May deadline approaches for Idahoans to obtain their Star Card, a new driver’s license location in Star City Hall may reduce wait times for Ada County residents.
—Ashley Fredde, Idaho Statesman, 18 Mar. 2025
So, yes, formally listed a Chinese-American, and therefore eligible for time with China’s national team including a stint at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, having obtained Chinese citizenship ahead of that competition.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for obtain
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtain
Verb
-
Members earn points on every purchase and accumulate even more through Birthday Rewards and special promotional events like Friends & Family, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2025
-
The set blasts in at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 219,000 equivalent album units earned in the U.S. in its opening week (March 7-13), according to Luminate — the biggest weekly sum for an album by a woman this year.—
Xander Zellner,
Billboard,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
And in spite of market turbulence caused by Mr. Trump's tariff threats, some experts think stocks are likely to gain strength in the months to come, although not without periodic bouts of volatility.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2025
-
The project gained the U.K. musician a cult following eager for even the smallest hints of new music — often delivered in the form of ephemeral snippets posted and then quickly deleted on Jim’s TikTok.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
19 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
This is the third of four meetings this season between the Nuggets and Lakers, with the teams each winning on the road.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
-
This was the lesson of Portugal winning Euro 2016, or France winning the World Cup in 2018.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
The Athletic,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
To reap the benefits of infrared light without the risk, Seheult recommended going outside and covering up for about 30 minutes, even in the morning or evening while the sun is setting.—
Angelica Stabile,
Fox News,
15 Mar. 2025
-
These inclusion efforts reap benefits for individuals, workplace policies, and businesses.—
Nadia Edwards-Dashti,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
In just a few weeks after release, the film’s teaser trailer garnered over 35 million views.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
-
Since opening, The Urban Oyster has garnered national attention for its unique approach to oyster preparation.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
Join us at Billboard Women in Music 2025 — get your tickets here.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
21 Mar. 2025
-
Lucy Dacus has been getting deep in touch with her emotions in anticipation of her fourth studio album, Forever Is a Feeling, out March 28.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
The native New Yorker back in his hometown against a quintessential carpetbagger making yet another stop on the coaching trail.—
Jimmy Golen,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2025
-
Foreman and Ali would face off against one another in Kinshasa, Zaire, in arguably the most famous boxing match ever made.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
Globally, fewer than 1% of adults from the poorest households attain a bachelor’s degree, compared to over 10% from affluent backgrounds.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
-
Niebuhr believed that while the highest moral achievements could be attained only by individuals, constructive social change was possible only by working together for justice.—
Scott Paeth,
The Conversation,
13 Mar. 2025
Articles Related to obtain
Cite this Entry
“Obtain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtain. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share