- present participle of purchase.
purchasing
Example Sentences
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It cuts across the traditional model of a loyal fan purchasing a fixed price season ticket.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Look into buying down your hurricane deductible or purchasing a parametric policy to fill the gap.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Galo also said that the fact these recurring fees were not accounted for in the purchasing agent’s ranking “makes me suspicious.”
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
But he added that Germany is also weighing other options such as purchasing more American F-35 fighter jets or joining other ongoing aircraft development projects.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
She considered purchasing tickets herself, but they were expensive, and although Penelope’s salary was generous, Lady Constance rarely paid it unless Penelope asked.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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