as in earning
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 obtaining
After obtaining his Carleen diploma, Bazile had to take the NCLEX, which 86% of people pass on the first try, five times before finally passing.
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Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
The district will also work toward making sure all secondary literacy teachers are in the process of obtaining ESL certification, and building a foundation of skills that can help support language development within normal curriculum.
—Samuel O’Neal 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
Brandi Wright, who is accused of fraudulently obtaining about $41,000 in Paycheck Protection Program funds.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2026
The law tasks districts that adopt prayer periods with obtaining parental consent for students to participate.
—Haajrah Gilani, Houston Chronicle, 7 May 2026
After conducting interviews and obtaining text messages between the couple, investigators concluded that Armenta and Lemke fell asleep with Benjamin in the bed of the camper, which led to the child’s suffocation.
—Shannon Tyler
may 6, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2026
Tomlinson, who is originally from Michigan, moved to California after obtaining a political science degree and previously worked as a labor organizer for government employee unions.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 2 May 2026
Still, travelers may encounter obstacles obtaining their refunds.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Tong was in possession of multiple bags, which officers later searched through after obtaining a search warrant, discovering several bottles containing substances commonly used in the manufacture of meth, according to the outlet.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
The district will also work toward making sure all secondary literacy teachers are in the process of obtaining ESL certification, and building a foundation of skills that can help support language development within normal curriculum.
—Samuel O’Neal 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
Brandi Wright, who is accused of fraudulently obtaining about $41,000 in Paycheck Protection Program funds.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2026
The law tasks districts that adopt prayer periods with obtaining parental consent for students to participate.
—Haajrah Gilani, Houston Chronicle, 7 May 2026
After conducting interviews and obtaining text messages between the couple, investigators concluded that Armenta and Lemke fell asleep with Benjamin in the bed of the camper, which led to the child’s suffocation.
—Shannon Tyler
may 6, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2026
Tomlinson, who is originally from Michigan, moved to California after obtaining a political science degree and previously worked as a labor organizer for government employee unions.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 2 May 2026
Still, travelers may encounter obstacles obtaining their refunds.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Tong was in possession of multiple bags, which officers later searched through after obtaining a search warrant, discovering several bottles containing substances commonly used in the manufacture of meth, according to the outlet.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtaining
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In recent weeks, Pratt's campaign has gained momentum after receiving high-profile donations, including a contribution from Lakers owner Jeanie Buss, and earning support from Hollywood's elite.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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The actor lent his friend the running shoes, earning an invitation to the date.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Verb
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One approach gaining support is to slow the displacement of workers with new taxes on AI services and investments.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Investigators determined that Skuce hired Logan Delp to kill Sheppard in order to prevent him from gaining custody or further visitation with his child.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
Verb
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The greatest clutch player in the history of the sport did it again, scoring the game-winning goal in a 2-1 victory to end the Frost’s dynasty run, and pushing Montreal to the first PWHL Walter Cup Finals in team history.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Despite winning a landslide election victory in July 2024, Labour’s popularity has sunk and Starmer is getting much of the blame.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Rethinking the design of core functions and processes has been critical for reaping AI’s benefits, Licht says.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
8 May 2026
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Le Prunier is reaping long-term gains.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
Verb
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In stark contrast to the teenage social scene once synonymous with malls, many of Lincolnwood’s shoppers seemed to come there alone, making beelines for the still-open Old Navy or Victoria Secret without ever removing their headphones.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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The Moon in Aquarius moves through your 9th House and trines Venus in your sign, making learning and creative thinking especially fertile.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Colorado got on the board via a power play goal later in the second, garnering some controversy.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
10 May 2026
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The video went viral, garnering almost two million views, an indication that the researchers had an interesting product on their hands.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 May 2026
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This housing push doesn’t have to do with the construction of new housing as much as getting tenants in the door, which might seem like an odd issue to have in a city with as acute of a housing demand as New York.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Short but sweet Jacksonville took advantage of perhaps the most famous offseason haircut with quarterback Trevor Lawrence getting his long locks cut short on camera after introducing the Jaguars’ schedule that then plays out on the screen edited down to less than 2 minutes.—
Teresa M. Walker,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Success will be determined around that goal — either attaining it or at minimum, looking like a real threat to do so.—
Varun Shankar,
Houston Chronicle,
4 May 2026
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Granted, his policy regarding Iran not attaining a nuclear weapon is a good one.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
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“Obtaining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtaining. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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