as in to earn
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 obtain
Before choosing, the participant had the option to obtain information about each organization’s impact per dollar.
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George E. Mitchell, The Conversation, 20 June 2025
The Idaho Statesman obtained the tort claim through a public records request.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 20 June 2025
With 4,000 calls handled, so far, by volunteers speaking English, Spanish and other foreign languages, Orange said he’s already helped at least 320 people obtain remote online hearings.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 20 June 2025
Investigators obtained the warrant to analyze data found on a video recording device in Owens’ car.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 June 2025
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George E. Mitchell, The Conversation, 20 June 2025
The Idaho Statesman obtained the tort claim through a public records request.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 20 June 2025
With 4,000 calls handled, so far, by volunteers speaking English, Spanish and other foreign languages, Orange said he’s already helped at least 320 people obtain remote online hearings.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 20 June 2025
Investigators obtained the warrant to analyze data found on a video recording device in Owens’ car.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtain
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Kane will earn $5.125 million, Krebs just $1.45 million next season.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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Simpson pitched two innings, allowing four runs (three earned) on three hits, including a three-run homer by Drake Baldwin.—
Steve Gorten,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2025
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The wider crypto sector has also been gaining political traction in the U.S. Legislators are promoting laws that seek regulatory clarity, and the Trump Administration has also shown support for cryptocurrencies.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The cosmetics company unveiled its version of a longwear lip product in 2020, gained viral popularity in 2022, and saw a major resurgence in 2024 thanks to TikTok—momentum that’s continued into 2025.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
9 June 2025
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The duo wound up the year 8-1, winning the district championship; an injury prevented the pair from competing at state.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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The Mercury managed to hold off Breanna Stewart’s 35-point performance by winning the fourth quarter, 25-16, and eventually win the game 89-81 at Barclays Center on Thursday night.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2025
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But his passing, screening, cutting, and finishing are good enough to keep him on the floor and allow his employer to reap the benefits of his all-inclusive defensive package.—
Mat Issa,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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But his style has changed for the better, and the Pacers are reaping the benefits of late.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Malaysia has garnered a significant share of this investment, attracting multi-billion deals from the likes of Google, Oracle and Microsoft over the past 18 months.—
Lionel Lim,
Fortune,
19 June 2025
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There were a few surprises as well, with catcher Francisco Alvarez opening up in third place, infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil garnering the fourth-most votes at second base, and Starling Marte currently holding the fifth-most at DH.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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Christina Aguilera didn't let the haters get her down early in her career.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
14 June 2025
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Though no finished footage was shown, Annecy audiences got a glimpse at concept art and some early renders by Studio 88.—
Rafael Motamayor,
Variety,
13 June 2025
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The Nosferatu actress also made some rare comments about their relationship while speaking to E!—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
14 June 2025
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The 25-year-old made his first professional hole-in-one during his second-career win at the Genesis Invitational in February.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2025
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Meanwhile, army chief Syed Asim Munir has become only the second officer in Pakistan’s history to attain the five-star rank of Field Marshal.—
Hasan Ali,
Christian Science Monitor,
19 June 2025
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After marrying and making a fortune in America, the elder Trump attained U.S. citizenship and tried to return to Germany.—
Laurie Kellman,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2025
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“Obtain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtain. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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