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purchase

[pur-chuhs] / ˈpɜr tʃəs /
NOUN
possession obtained with money
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Iran desperately needs access to foreign currency to purchase goods amid a spiraling economic crisis, rampant inflation and a collapsed local currency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

Sales have slowed after the expiration of the federal EV purchase tax credit in September.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

For example, start putting a recurring subscription, phone bill or small monthly purchase on the card, which you pay off in full each pay period.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 17, 2026

“Many consumers prefer products advertised as free of preservatives and reasonably rely on prominent front-of-label and point-of-sale representations when making purchase decisions,” the plaintiffs argued.

From Salon • Jun. 17, 2026

“I wish I could purchase it. It’s exactly the type of art I’d love to collect.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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