as in earns
to receive as return for effort
a reputation for integrity and incorruptibility that has procured for him the universal respect and admiration of his colleagues
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Recent Examples of procures
Then there’s the hundreds of thousands of views Alcaraz procures from clips and supercuts from some of his most memorable points, remarkable foot speed, and impressive strength.
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José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026
Spears allegedly procures the drug during her regular trips to Mexico.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
With the exception of Wallingford, each of the municipal utilities are members of the Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative, a nonprofit that procures electricity on behalf of customers.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 17 Mar. 2026
That Hayley — who reveals herself to be a former escort hired by Whitney — plays such a pivotal role as both a convenient victim and the one who actually procures young women for Whitney’s blackmail schemes is another point where reality and fiction begin to dovetail.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 5 Mar. 2026
As Bob throws a tantrum with the resistance’s obstinate operator, Sensei procures a rifle for Bob too.
—Robert Daniels, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Speaking on a panel, Erik from Sharabati Denim teased an upcoming project that will re-wire how the company procures cotton.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
For a food company that generally procures corn from Iowa, if weather forecasts show a hot, dry summer for that part of the country, yields will be affected.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
These Gilbert pays for and procures.
—Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026
Spears allegedly procures the drug during her regular trips to Mexico.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
With the exception of Wallingford, each of the municipal utilities are members of the Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative, a nonprofit that procures electricity on behalf of customers.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 17 Mar. 2026
That Hayley — who reveals herself to be a former escort hired by Whitney — plays such a pivotal role as both a convenient victim and the one who actually procures young women for Whitney’s blackmail schemes is another point where reality and fiction begin to dovetail.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 5 Mar. 2026
As Bob throws a tantrum with the resistance’s obstinate operator, Sensei procures a rifle for Bob too.
—Robert Daniels, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Speaking on a panel, Erik from Sharabati Denim teased an upcoming project that will re-wire how the company procures cotton.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
For a food company that generally procures corn from Iowa, if weather forecasts show a hot, dry summer for that part of the country, yields will be affected.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
These Gilbert pays for and procures.
—Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for procures
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With generous grounds and a residence built for gathering, this Southern Highlands estate invites the full cast of grandparents, cousins, friends, and whoever else earns a place at the weekend table.—
Natalie Hoberman,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Their new joke earns a bigger laugh than Al’s.—
Caroline Framke,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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However, an artist’s innate defiance reaps the best art.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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The mower does the work, and your lawn reaps the benefits.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2026
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No Stanley Cup since 1967, and the Maple Leafs went nearly 20 years between series wins between 2004 and 2023.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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Move quickly — but don’t skip due diligence Speed wins deals in Charlotte, but speed without care creates problems.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
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Federal regulations require banks to automatically protect two months' worth of Social Security deposits from garnishment if a creditor obtains a levy on your account.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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If the wrong party obtains it, trust collapses.—
Pravir Malik,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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What few efforts do exist to address alcohol’s harms have been overshadowed by the opioid crisis, a parallel drug epidemic that attracts more funding, spurs more policy change, and garners more media attention despite being vastly less deadly.—
Lev Facher,
STAT,
12 May 2026
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Unless one candidate garners more than 50% of votes in the June 2 primary to outright win the seat, the top two vote-getters will move on to the November general election ballot.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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That makes this early matchup, coming off the bye, against the Chargers at Arrowhead so vital.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Winston makes a cameo to execute another electric Ford Field trick play, and the Giants lose a close one with their offense starting to find a new gear.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Long influential in both Hollywood and Democratic political fundraising circles, the Sabans’ support highlights the unusually broad coalition Pratt has attracted as his outsider campaign gains traction among wealthy donors frustrated with the city’s leadership and response to ongoing crises.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Over time, Hansae gets a better sense of a client’s needs, while the customer gains an understanding of the manufacturer’s strengths, creating further efficiencies.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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The neighborhood/area Brickell gets a bad rep among visitors as Miami Beach’s boring, business-minded sibling, but a quick walk from the hotel will reveal the up-and-coming neighborhood to be an energizing community lined with vibrant (and clean) shops, restaurants, and bars.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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Favreau, working from a script co-authored with Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni and Book of Boba Fett writer Noah Kloor, gets the action going in the first few minutes, as if to reassure fans that the leap to the big screen means something.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2026
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