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as in developing
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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as in earning
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 acquiring
Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
More recently, major deals in the sector have included Verizon buying Frontier Communications for $20 billion and AT&T acquiring Lumen’s fiber business.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
Not content with its domestic deposits, the nation is acquiring REE and critical mineral projects around the world.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Also, networks need to start acquiring films at film festivals again specifically to be Outstanding Movie contenders.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 22 Apr. 2026
Michigan residents are increasingly at risk for acquiring Lyme disease, data from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services shows.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Peterson’s tactical approach steeped in reshaping the Hornets by emphasizing player health and development, a team-first culture and the importance of acquiring assets springboarded the Hornets into the national conversation again.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
But the process of acquiring the property wasn’t without drama.
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
Showdown between elite defensemen Minnesota made its blockbuster move months ahead of this season’s trade deadline, acquiring Norris Trophy winner Quinn Hughes from Vancouver.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
Schneider gave a shout-out to his scouting staff for doing the work to uncover the type of personalities the Seahawks would be acquiring.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
More recently, major deals in the sector have included Verizon buying Frontier Communications for $20 billion and AT&T acquiring Lumen’s fiber business.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
Not content with its domestic deposits, the nation is acquiring REE and critical mineral projects around the world.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Also, networks need to start acquiring films at film festivals again specifically to be Outstanding Movie contenders.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 22 Apr. 2026
Michigan residents are increasingly at risk for acquiring Lyme disease, data from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services shows.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Peterson’s tactical approach steeped in reshaping the Hornets by emphasizing player health and development, a team-first culture and the importance of acquiring assets springboarded the Hornets into the national conversation again.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
But the process of acquiring the property wasn’t without drama.
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
Showdown between elite defensemen Minnesota made its blockbuster move months ahead of this season’s trade deadline, acquiring Norris Trophy winner Quinn Hughes from Vancouver.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acquiring
Noun
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Their action engendered a response from Democrats and a decision by California voters that canceled out the potential gains of Republicans in Texas by conducting a partisan gerrymander of their own.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Apr. 2026
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The rights group warns that the move violates freedom of association and represents a direct assault on Tunisia’s democratic gains, vowing to challenge the decision in court.—
Ghaya ben Mbarek,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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This approach means partnering with local educational institutions, developing a robust curriculum and providing clear growth paths from day one.—
Mike Kelleher,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2026
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Her company is developing a slate of five to seven projects per year across both short and feature formats.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Hawks carried that hot play into the playoffs, earning back-to-back one-point victories in Games 2 and 3 to take a 2-1 series lead.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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Prior to founding Serenade, Penn spent the past decade as co-founder and CEO of The Department of Motion Pictures and has produced or executive produced more than 20 films, earning credits at Sundance, Telluride, and Cannes.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Grease accumulation was observed on the ventilation hood filters.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Midfielder Telasco Segovia also will sit out due to yellow card accumulation.—
Michelle Kaufman
April 24,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Dude Perfect got big with their unique blend of sketch comedy and trick shots, cultivating a massive following on the internet.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Part of that is cultivating an environment for kids to be part of something bigger than themselves.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2026
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Broadnax's case is gaining national attention for what his attorneys say was an unfair trial that saw prosecutors eliminate almost every potential Black juror and use Broadnax's own rap lyrics against him.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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For one, Palestine by Joe Sacco, which found its way onto academic syllabi before gaining steam as a collected volume of graphic reporting.—
Kat Chen,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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Veterinary care remains an essential part of responsible pet ownership, but the way people support their pets between visits is evolving.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Padres appeared on their way to claiming sole ownership atop the major-league standings.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Aspen Wooten, a talented tennis prodigy who moved from Memphis to Lake Nona with her family as a ninth grader, had accomplished just about everything available in her four-year high school career — including winning more than 100 matches.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Schindler also put down the winning kill in both games for the Knights (16-5, 1-1).—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Acquiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acquiring. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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