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purchase

[pur-chuhs] / ˈpɜr tʃəs /
NOUN
possession obtained with money
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WEAK




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The indictment says Murrell created false documents to disguise the purchase as a legitimate party expense.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

"We've had to purchase a hermetically sealed case, which makes sure the humidity is correct because they are very delicate," said Tim Payne, trustee of the heritage centre.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

The technology company continues to grow its electrification segment by strengthening its position in data centers through the addition of new industrial space, purchase of property, and construction of buildings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

In its last quarter, Nvidia used $18.58 billion of cash to purchase nonmarketable equity securities — illiquid assets not traded on exchanges— a securities filing showed.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

And so, after asking where there might be close at hand a ship where he might purchase ship forms, he departed.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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