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
The Grammy-winning rapper, 41, filed for divorce from his podcaster wife, 46, on May 18 after separating May 9, according to a divorce filing obtained and reviewed by the USA TODAY Network on June 15.
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Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
Nearly 2,300 people who obtained diplomas or transcripts from Noreus got licenses by passing the board exams and went on to work as nurses across the country, court documents said.
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James Cirrone,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
In this picture obtained from Iran's ISNA news agency on June 18, 2026, vessels are seen anchored in Bandar Abbas along the Strait of Hormuz.
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Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
Officials obtained an arrest warrant on June 11, according to Choon, and Broward sheriff’s deputies arrested Ayesh in Plantation on June 18.
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Allison Beck,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
The recordings were obtained by special counsel Robert Hur in the course of his investigation into whether Biden improperly retained classified documents while a senator and vice president.
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Nicholas Riccardi,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
The audio tapes were obtained by the Justice Department during its investigation into concerns that Biden mishandled classified materials.
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Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
19 June 2026
But new video obtained by B’Tselem and shared with CNN paints a different picture.
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Jeremy Diamond,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
Police obtained an arrest warrant charging them both with first-degree murder and released their photos amid the search for the suspects.
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Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
Nearly 2,300 people who obtained diplomas or transcripts from Noreus got licenses by passing the board exams and went on to work as nurses across the country, court documents said.
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James Cirrone,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
In this picture obtained from Iran's ISNA news agency on June 18, 2026, vessels are seen anchored in Bandar Abbas along the Strait of Hormuz.
—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
Officials obtained an arrest warrant on June 11, according to Choon, and Broward sheriff’s deputies arrested Ayesh in Plantation on June 18.
—
Allison Beck,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
The recordings were obtained by special counsel Robert Hur in the course of his investigation into whether Biden improperly retained classified documents while a senator and vice president.
—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
The audio tapes were obtained by the Justice Department during its investigation into concerns that Biden mishandled classified materials.
—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
19 June 2026
But new video obtained by B’Tselem and shared with CNN paints a different picture.
—
Jeremy Diamond,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
Police obtained an arrest warrant charging them both with first-degree murder and released their photos amid the search for the suspects.
—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtained
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New Zealand earned its first point in the World Cup since 2010 with a draw against Iran.
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Daveigh launched her career with several starring roles in films like the American dub of Spirited Away, Lilo & Stitch, Donnie Darko and The Ring — the last of which earned her an MTV Movie Award for Best Villain.
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The Boston Celtics and Heat gained steam as the leading suitors in the Giannis sweepstakes on the eve of the NBA Draft.
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Canaves said Prime Day's growing focus on household staples corresponds with Amazon's increasing investment in fresh and perishable grocery items, categories that have gained traction as Amazon expands same-day delivery capabilities.
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The Royals won the first two games; the Rays were outscored 14-6 while not holding a lead once in the series.
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Haiti later won a true goal thanks to a lethal shot from Isidor.
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So many of those parcels had been seized, stolen, or abandoned, or else were ticking away into the high season, cash millions worth of cannabis sown and soon to be reaped.
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Year after year, his former (although now very distant) billionaires club has reaped a growing number of members — from tech titans to celebrities.
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The use of the platform has garnered pushback from community members concerned about the overreliance on technology in schools.
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This revelation sparks questions about a potential double standard by MLB, suggesting a stricter enforcement of uniform policies now that the issue has garnered national attention, compared to Kershaw's similar past actions.
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He also was named first-team All-Pro and made the Pro Bowl again in 2015.
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The Tartan Army finally made it to Fenway, a sort of Loch Ness Monster meeting the Green Monstah, in time to watch the Texas Rangers beat the Red Sox 6-4, apparently drinking the Hub dry.
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So who got a some fries with their shake?
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This is the same team that got all of the hostages out of the tunnels of Gaza that nobody said could be done.
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And although his father, who went on to serve as Liberia’s president, attained a list of accolades on the soccer field, making the World Cup roster (twice) is an achievement that sets Tim apart.
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That figure marks a significant drop from a recent peak attained in 2023, but borrowing costs remain well above a 0% rate established at the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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“Obtained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtained. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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