amassed

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During his lifetime, he amassed two million acres of land across nine states, most of which he maintained for ecological preservation, including resurrecting bison populations from the brink of extinction.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

Before long, she had amassed significant debts and was forced to sell her north London townhouse and move into a smaller flat.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The petition that led to the family’s detention amassed more than 140,000 signatures, with many identifying themselves as members of the Iranian diaspora in the U.S.,

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Racing toward a potential IPO and grappling with computing needs, AI startup has amassed up to $65 billion in new funding deals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Although his mother had amassed quite a fortune—an especially impressive feat for a woman with no Talent—it hadn’t been enough to last him fifty-three years.

From "A Tangle of Knots" by Lisa Graff