as in earned
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 procured
The flowers must be procured, the tents put up in the garden, and the finishing touches added around the home before her guests arrive.
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Judges are obligated to give high deference to arbitrators and are expected to uphold awards so long as the award was not procured by fraud and the arbitrator didn’t fail to consider relevant evidence or follow basic legal principles.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 May 2026
However, Paturel said, it will be delayed until the remaining $3 million is procured.
—Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2026
Berkowitz represented the seller and procured the buyer.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 8 May 2026
Tickets -- which can be procured online or by calling 501-279-5777 -- are required for guest seating, but the ceremonies can also be livestreamed here.
—Ryan Anderson, Arkansas Online, 7 May 2026
As league sources said on Monday, the Trail Blazers have cast a net so wide that the list of candidates could be almost 20 coaches long and, in the end, will consist of names procured by both Dundon and general manager Joe Cronin.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 5 May 2026
First, face wash, procured by her parents from Costco.
—Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
The drinks are procured through the local temple’s tax system.
—Geoff Childs, The Conversation, 1 May 2026
Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Judges are obligated to give high deference to arbitrators and are expected to uphold awards so long as the award was not procured by fraud and the arbitrator didn’t fail to consider relevant evidence or follow basic legal principles.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 May 2026
However, Paturel said, it will be delayed until the remaining $3 million is procured.
—Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 10 May 2026
Berkowitz represented the seller and procured the buyer.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 8 May 2026
Tickets -- which can be procured online or by calling 501-279-5777 -- are required for guest seating, but the ceremonies can also be livestreamed here.
—Ryan Anderson, Arkansas Online, 7 May 2026
As league sources said on Monday, the Trail Blazers have cast a net so wide that the list of candidates could be almost 20 coaches long and, in the end, will consist of names procured by both Dundon and general manager Joe Cronin.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 5 May 2026
First, face wash, procured by her parents from Costco.
—Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
The drinks are procured through the local temple’s tax system.
—Geoff Childs, The Conversation, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for procured
Verb
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Based on employee survey feedback, 166 earned recognition as Top Workplaces.—
Bob Helbig,
Baltimore Sun,
24 May 2026
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Kirby Yates earned his first save of the season by pitching a hitless ninth.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
Verb
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These four firms have reaped enormous profits at the expense of Texas cattle ranchers and consumers nationwide.—
Natassia Paloma,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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The additional billions that Moscow has reaped because of the Iran war is easing some pressure off Russia’s floundering economy and the Kremlin’s ability to finance the conflict in Ukraine.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Romano puts herself in the curious position of fighting a battle that has already been won on facts but not yet in legend.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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The most recent Powerball jackpot was won on May 2, when two players — one in Texas and one in Florida — split a $20 million prize.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
21 May 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, the technology has gained growing attention as even small efficiency gains can significantly impact rocket launches.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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The Lakers executive’s contribution signals growing Hollywood interest in Pratt’s outsider candidacy, which has gained momentum following his outspoken criticism of city leadership after the 2025 Palisades fires.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
Verb
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According to a 911 call obtained by CNN in response to a request for recordings related to Busch’s medical emergency, a caller – whose name is redacted in the recording – asks for an ambulance to come to a training facility in Concord, North Carolina.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
22 May 2026
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Audio should not be stored indefinitely, and systems should be designed to avoid generating biometric identifiers or voiceprints unless explicit consent has been obtained.—
Stu Sjouwerman,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Verb
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Modern presidents from Ronald Reagan to Barack Obama to Joe Biden spoke to the Jewish community in the language of protection, inclusion, and appreciation for the contributions Jews have made to American life.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Longoria took a more casual approach with her look, but the crisp shade made the outfit appear put-together.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
Verb
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But, an incumbent Georgia Supreme Court justice hasn't lost their reelection campaign since 1922 as the races have rarely garnered much attention or competition.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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The original short film has garnered almost 5 million views on YouTube since it was published in 2023.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
17 May 2026
Verb
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White Sox fans got the last laugh on Sunday afternoon as their squad completed a wild, thrilling comeback victory over their crosstown rivals.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Maddie Eisler, a Manhattan Pilates instructor, was trying to explain why Shaggy got the shakes.—
Natalie Meade,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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“Procured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procured. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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