obtain

Example Sentences

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It said the investigation concerns "instigation of breach of trust, computer fraud and false attestation with the intent to obtain for another an unlawful benefit."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Perez said she hopes Thursday’s ruling will result in “some type of justice, some type of fairness” for her son and others who have been stymied by the Sheriff’s Department in efforts to obtain information.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Payment records suggest the newspapers used up to 14 private investigators to obtain information.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

London has stables of lawyers and accountants experienced at disguising sources of wealth and who help clients obtain visas that grease the wheels of business.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Strict guidelines were enforced, and new shoes were nearly impossible to obtain.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple