1
as in to develop
to come to have gradually
from years of working two jobs, he has acquired the ability to get by on only a few hours of sleep a day
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2
as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
acquired a reputation for always arriving at his friends' house just as they were sitting down to dinner
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Recent Examples of acquire
Although interest in Russian Cosmism was quickly eradicated, the movement has acquired new life in the 21st century.
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Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 12 Sep. 2025
Since acquiring the eatery, the duo has renovated the kitchen, painted the interior and reorganized the space.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2025
When Masten filed for bankruptcy in 2022, Astrobotic acquired its intellectual property and assets, including the Xodiac vehicle.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
Leichtman previously attempted to acquire NWSL teams Portland Thorns and Angel City FC.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 12 Sep. 2025
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Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 12 Sep. 2025
Since acquiring the eatery, the duo has renovated the kitchen, painted the interior and reorganized the space.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2025
When Masten filed for bankruptcy in 2022, Astrobotic acquired its intellectual property and assets, including the Xodiac vehicle.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
Leichtman previously attempted to acquire NWSL teams Portland Thorns and Angel City FC.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acquire
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In July, Anthropic was awarded a Pentagon contract to develop national security AI capabilities.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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These are all features developed by the building’s original creators, the Miami firm of Steward-Skinner and Associates, prominent architects of the time also responsible for the design of the Miami Seaquarium and MIA’s first jet-age terminal.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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The soap's sensual marketing theme earned mixed reactions on social media, with some users dubbing it a gimmick and questioning the item's cleanliness.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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Hilleary earned more than $213,000 in 2024 as Rose’s chief of staff, similar to several years prior, House office financial disbursement forms show.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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The key lies in cultivating self-awareness.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Words that call us not to manage time or extract value, but to cultivate and to care.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Sep. 2025
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This was the lowest yardage gained in a game under coach Zac Taylor.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Shinjiro Koizumi, the telegenic political scion who has gained prominence as Ishiba’s farm minister tasked with trying to cap soaring prices, is another possible successor.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
7 Sep. 2025
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Charlotte forced five Tar Heels three-and-outs, held them to 33% on third-down attempts, and won the time of possession battle.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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Even there, though, Green Bay’s 11-game winning streak against the Bears came to an end in Week 18 last season.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Organizations that can reap benefits from ecosystems effectively leverage the dynamic networks, where no single player can succeed alone.—
Edyta Pacuk,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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And now, five years later, the Guardians are still reaping the benefits of the deal.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
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Changing attitudes Choi’s original trial reflected just how many obstacles women faced in obtaining justice at the time.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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The bear was killed in the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Region 4, according to a DEC statement obtained by USA TODAY.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The performance, which garnered a robust reaction from the crowd, even got Ariana Grande to jump out of her seat as soon as Doja wrapped up on stage.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Last year, Swift took home seven VMAs, garnering a total of 30 career wins and tying Beyoncé as the top winner.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Acquire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acquire. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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