as in bought
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
I need to purchase a new heavy coat
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Recent Examples of purchased
CoreCivic purchased the facility from the county in October 1996 and currently owns and operates the facility.
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Logan Smith, CBS News, 7 June 2026
After working his way up from busboy to general manager at neighboring J&M Restaurant, Curtis saved up and purchased the Central at age 33.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
More than 4,000 shoppers purchased this pool in the past month alone, with reviewers frequently highlighting its durability, quality, and roomy design.
—Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 6 June 2026
According to a 2025 American Home Shield survey, the first year of homeownership can cost $86,698 when factoring in down payment, furnishing, renovations and tools purchased.
—Kathy Collins, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Land said the Sherman tank, purchased in 1952 for $100, serves as a memorial for all veterans of WWII and the VFW, and was Crown Point’s first city park.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Consumers who purchased the products are being advised to stop using them immediately, dispose of them and contact the company for a refund, according to the FDA.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
School is out, graduations attended, wedding gifts purchased, and vacations planned.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
In 1960, it was purchased by Bruce Kelham, and in 1996 it was acquired by Beckstoffer Vineyards.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
Logan Smith, CBS News, 7 June 2026
After working his way up from busboy to general manager at neighboring J&M Restaurant, Curtis saved up and purchased the Central at age 33.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
More than 4,000 shoppers purchased this pool in the past month alone, with reviewers frequently highlighting its durability, quality, and roomy design.
—Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 6 June 2026
According to a 2025 American Home Shield survey, the first year of homeownership can cost $86,698 when factoring in down payment, furnishing, renovations and tools purchased.
—Kathy Collins, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Land said the Sherman tank, purchased in 1952 for $100, serves as a memorial for all veterans of WWII and the VFW, and was Crown Point’s first city park.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Consumers who purchased the products are being advised to stop using them immediately, dispose of them and contact the company for a refund, according to the FDA.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
School is out, graduations attended, wedding gifts purchased, and vacations planned.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
In 1960, it was purchased by Bruce Kelham, and in 1996 it was acquired by Beckstoffer Vineyards.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
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“Purchased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purchased. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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