as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
a reputation for integrity and incorruptibility that has procured for him the universal respect and admiration of his colleagues
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Recent Examples of procure
China’s Commerce Ministry merely confirmed arrangements on procuring aircraft and ensuing China’s supply of aircraft engines – technology where China still lags the US.
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Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Under Georgia law, a guilty verdict for the felony charge of possessing or procuring items prohibited by inmates has a mandatory 10-year sentence.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The flowers must be procured, the tents put up in the garden, and the finishing touches added around the home before her guests arrive.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
During proceedings, prosecutors downplayed testimony from three former Google executives who said Google’s investment in GoTo was unrelated to the Indonesian government’s decision to procure Chromebooks for schools.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
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Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Under Georgia law, a guilty verdict for the felony charge of possessing or procuring items prohibited by inmates has a mandatory 10-year sentence.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The flowers must be procured, the tents put up in the garden, and the finishing touches added around the home before her guests arrive.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
During proceedings, prosecutors downplayed testimony from three former Google executives who said Google’s investment in GoTo was unrelated to the Indonesian government’s decision to procure Chromebooks for schools.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for procure
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Rozek allowed five runs (four earned) on seven hits in 3 1/3 innings.—
Staff Report,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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Rojo just appreciates the redemption Garcia earned.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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They may still be assisted by AI tools, but businesses that invest in such talent may reap more commercial benefits than those that depend solely on AI.—
Chelsea Tobin,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Its young people are growing increasingly educated and ambitious, but the country is not yet able to reap the potential economic benefits.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
22 May 2026
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Saugus has won multiple playoff games in each of its first two seasons under head coach Mike Miller.—
Justin Vigil Zuniga,
Daily News,
27 May 2026
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Lost in all the offense was the strong pitching performance from Tyson Bobo, who won his second game in the playoffs and improved to 6-3 on the season.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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They are often obtained quickly after an incident and start out as temporary orders, followed by a court hearing for a judge to consider extending them.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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The grant was awarded to the city by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism’s Sports and Entertainment Events Fund, according to a document sent to the city and obtained by the Herald.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
27 May 2026
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As Major League Baseball’s Rays make their latest fitful pursuit to build a new Tampa Bay home, an Orlando group is feverishly working to develop a fanbase, win political support, and perhaps gain a chunk of tourism dollars for a ballpark in the event opportunity comes its way.—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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For me, a rematch only gains real momentum if Verhoeven proves Saturday wasn't a one-off by beating a legitimate contender first.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Utility man Santiago Espinal, whom the Dodgers claimed on waivers and broke out in spring training, was designated for assignment to make room on the roster.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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The building's neoclassical bones are intact, but Kimpton has brought in its signature whimsy, making a hotel that feels both historic and contemporary.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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Rolfo | Moment | Getty Images This summer, mega artist Harry Styles will take the stage at Madison Square Garden in New York City for an exclusive 30-show residency – his only planned stop in the country and a show that's garnered intense attention since its announcement.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
23 May 2026
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Yet garnering major profits from AI may take a lot longer.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
23 May 2026
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Serna, however, would make one more attempt to get past Hulst.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Just the way his approach is getting better and better every day.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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“Procure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procure. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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