as in earning
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 procuring
During that presentation, the council was briefed on a market-participation-with-asset-ownership option for procuring energy for Naperville.
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Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2026
Meanwhile, South Korea’s former drone operations command headquarters that used to have direct command authority over combat units will be reorganized to focus on collaborating with South Korean industry on developing and procuring commercial drone technology, according to The Korea Times.
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Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
26 June 2026
Her calls for help procuring a Jell-O shot turned to asking for a ride home, because her medical conditions prevented her from walking home.
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Sean Joseph Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
My leverage pathways try to provide the best angles at procuring saves despite the multitude of confusing usage patterns throughout the league.
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Greg Jewett,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
The infantry was also procuring its own anti-tank weapons, like the American M1 Bazooka, the British Boys Anti-Tank Rifle, the Soviet PTRD-41 and PTRS-41, and the German Panzerschreck and Panzerfaust.
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Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
20 May 2026
The bags first went viral in March 2024, becoming so popular on social media that procuring one has become increasingly difficult.
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Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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.
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Dan Raby,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2026
Meanwhile, South Korea’s former drone operations command headquarters that used to have direct command authority over combat units will be reorganized to focus on collaborating with South Korean industry on developing and procuring commercial drone technology, according to The Korea Times.
—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
26 June 2026
Her calls for help procuring a Jell-O shot turned to asking for a ride home, because her medical conditions prevented her from walking home.
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Sean Joseph Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
My leverage pathways try to provide the best angles at procuring saves despite the multitude of confusing usage patterns throughout the league.
—
Greg Jewett,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
The infantry was also procuring its own anti-tank weapons, like the American M1 Bazooka, the British Boys Anti-Tank Rifle, the Soviet PTRD-41 and PTRS-41, and the German Panzerschreck and Panzerfaust.
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Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
20 May 2026
The bags first went viral in March 2024, becoming so popular on social media that procuring one has become increasingly difficult.
—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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.
—
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for procuring
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The wide receiver spent most of his career with the Green Bay Packers, helping the franchise win Super Bowl XXXI and earning Pro Bowl honors in 1998.
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Teen entrepreneurship has evolved significantly, with high schoolers now running real businesses and securing college opportunities, often earning thousands.
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To remain tuition-free, Miss Major Middle is launching as a microschool, a nontraditional educational model gaining traction nationwide.
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Living with less and gaining more Life here isn’t perfect.
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The New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals was a tremendous accomplishment for the organization and its players, while also bringing a joyous end to the team's long championship drought for fans.
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Lendeborg, 23, was the Big Ten player of the year and leader of Michigan’s national championship-winning team.
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Despite the damage in the 2024 fire, a review of city records showed no record of Lineage or other companies involved obtaining permits for repairs after that fire.
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And illicitly obtaining methadone is difficult, said Marc Stern, a physician and researcher focused on correctional healthcare.
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Manufacturing at Micron’s new $50 billion plant isn’t set to start until next year, but the project is already reaping millions of dollars for Boise.
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Large firms have outsourced labor-intensive work while reaping technology’s huge productivity gains.
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The Cubs will try to rebound Saturday with left-hander David Peterson, acquired this week in a trade with the Mets, making his first start with his new team.
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If a demanding day drains you, take a short break before making a purchase.
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Civil disobedience is usually an effective tool for garnering attention.
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To arrive at the 2026 cohort, the private art fund invited a diverse group of artists and art world professionals to nominate artists to apply for the award, garnering seventy-five submissions from artists working across a variety of media and disciplines.
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Both teams are dangerous and could make runs, but getting past their first opponents in the next stage will be a daunting task.
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To avoid rage-booking, experts suggest pausing before purchasing, getting a second opinion, and planning travel in advance.
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“Procuring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procuring. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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