acquiring
Example Sentences
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It has been growing quickly, acquiring rights from private-equity firms looking to cash out.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
The Rams acquiring Myles Garrett from Cleveland is what we can call a ‘Browning achievement’ in the continuing Rams quest for the next Super Bowl!
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Japanese home builders have also been more actively acquiring U.S. companies with the wager that long-term American homeownership trends are on a better trajectory than those on their home turf.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
He said he is impressed with the acquiring company’s track record for efficiency.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
He looked over his shoulder and said, “Please, my darling Inej, treasure of my heart, won’t you do me the honor of acquiring me a new hat?”
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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