as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
after years of proving herself, she obtained recognition as a serious journalist
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Recent Examples of obtain
But to obtain Bubic, according to Miller, the Red Sox would have to ship 26-year-old Wilyer Abreu — a 2024 Gold Glove winner as a rookie and 14-home-run hitter so far in this, his second year — to Kansas City.
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Jon Vankin, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Then, companies must purchase the land, obtain proper permits and inspections, design their factory, purchase equipment and select a construction team.
—Bailey Schulz, USA Today, 30 June 2025
That application, obtained by The Associated Press, also offers some of the first financial details about the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and its work in the territory.
—Arkansas Online, 22 June 2025
In footage obtained by South Tahoe Now, boats are seen in rough water amid strong winds.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 22 June 2025
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Jon Vankin, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Then, companies must purchase the land, obtain proper permits and inspections, design their factory, purchase equipment and select a construction team.
—Bailey Schulz, USA Today, 30 June 2025
That application, obtained by The Associated Press, also offers some of the first financial details about the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and its work in the territory.
—Arkansas Online, 22 June 2025
In footage obtained by South Tahoe Now, boats are seen in rough water amid strong winds.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtain
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Powell’s strategy to wait for more economic data earned the ire of President Donald Trump.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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My years in publishing had trained me to believe that personhood would have to be earned, like a gold star or a promotion, which was more likely just a title change with no raise.—
Maris Kreizman
July 1,
Literary Hub,
1 July 2025
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The July 1 report suggests that while most Americans will see tax savings in the short term, high-income households stand to gain the most.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
5 July 2025
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But that brief overlap sparked a lifelong friendship, and Gallagher watched from afar over the years as Brewer gained prominence in the San Diego legal community.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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Two, the Padres can win a wild-card playoff berth without adding a catcher.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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In the video, Brody shared some touching words about Blanco, who won a gold medal at the 2015 International Surfing Association Open Women's World Surfing Championship.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Frost and First Liberty allegedly told investors 100% of the proceeds from loan agreements and promissory notes would be used to fund bridge loans and that investors would be reap gains from the repayment of the bridge loans and the interest paid on them.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
11 July 2025
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Real estate professionals are the first to believe that the Sunshine State will reap huge benefits from Mamdani's victory.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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Countless photos and videos of the chubby hippo eating lunch, running after zookeepers and cuddling with her momma garnered millions of views online.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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The case garnered national attention and became the focus of the true crime series, which was released last year.—
Annie Goodykoontz
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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So much for my hope that Jess would get a promotion!—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
8 July 2025
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Maybe there's a path for Turner to get there eventually.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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And to make every departure and arrival a smooth, stumble-free, and social media–worthy occasion, this throne also swivels 45 degrees—like that of a 1960 Chrysler—to ease ingress and egress.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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Trump also recently made public calls to cancel Netanyahu's Israeli corruption trial.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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This practical wisdom links knowing what is right and acting on that knowledge to attain human happiness or flourishing.—
Bruno V. Manno,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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What sets Prepared Food Photos apart is its effort to attain perfection in every photograph.—
Molly Peck,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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“Obtain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtain. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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