as in buying
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
I need to purchase a new heavy coat
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Recent Examples of purchasing
China, the world's top crude importer, has not been particularly enthusiastic about purchasing Iranian oil, despite traditionally being the main buyer of the country's energy.
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Justina Lee,
CNBC,
6 July 2026
When the person decided against purchasing it, Brown, 19, quickly picked it up, according to WLBT 3.
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Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
When thrifting for home appliances, always bring a small gadget like a phone charger to test electrical sockets and ensure that items are in working condition before purchasing.
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Emma Taubenfeld,
Martha Stewart,
4 July 2026
Buyers purchasing a new or used EV from a company with headquarters in California can claim the discount regardless of the vehicle price.
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Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
George Washington coveted French horology, purchasing watches from Paris at a time when French design represented the height of fashion.
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Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
3 July 2026
On July 6, things seemed to pick up again, with Jefferson purchasing four pairs of cotton cards and some pamphlets.
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Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
3 July 2026
Vintage rugs are readily available through online marketplaces, Etsy, or local furniture stores, and bridge the gap, creating an option that a customer can see in person prior to purchasing.
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Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
John and Ellen Benish immediately began restoring the vineyards, winery and residence after purchasing the property.
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David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
Justina Lee,
CNBC,
6 July 2026
When the person decided against purchasing it, Brown, 19, quickly picked it up, according to WLBT 3.
—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
When thrifting for home appliances, always bring a small gadget like a phone charger to test electrical sockets and ensure that items are in working condition before purchasing.
—
Emma Taubenfeld,
Martha Stewart,
4 July 2026
Buyers purchasing a new or used EV from a company with headquarters in California can claim the discount regardless of the vehicle price.
—
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
George Washington coveted French horology, purchasing watches from Paris at a time when French design represented the height of fashion.
—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
3 July 2026
On July 6, things seemed to pick up again, with Jefferson purchasing four pairs of cotton cards and some pamphlets.
—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
3 July 2026
Vintage rugs are readily available through online marketplaces, Etsy, or local furniture stores, and bridge the gap, creating an option that a customer can see in person prior to purchasing.
—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
John and Ellen Benish immediately began restoring the vineyards, winery and residence after purchasing the property.
—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for purchasing
buying
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On one side, security and platform incumbents are buying the layer outright.
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In 2020, Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy (then called MicroStrategy), started buying Bitcoin for his data software company’s balance sheet.
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“Purchasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purchasing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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