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as in purchasing
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
I really want to buy that new book, but I don't have enough money right now
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as in bribing
to influence someone with a bribe
there were rumors that the mobster had bought the judge
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as in believing
to regard as right or true
if you buy that story, then I have a bridge in Brooklyn you might be interested in
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Recent Examples of buying
Events like moving to a new neighborhood, buying a new car, changing jobs or even adjusting one’s daily commute can be enough to warrant a review of one’s risks and coverage.
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Ethan M. Stone, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Overflowing with furniture and decor to breathe new life into your home and make any room tidier, there are so many helpful pieces worth buying.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Finding the right toiletry bag for your next trip is as important as buying a reliable carry-on or a hassle-free backpack.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
The cost of buying a home in the US has surged in recent years, fueled by historically low inventory and mortgage rates above 6%.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 9 Jan. 2026
Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio.
—Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
The budget proposal includes $200 million to create a rebate program to make buying an electric car more affordable.
—Linh Tat, Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
Other action points focused on reducing red tape in designing and buying ships and creating new skill-building and educational incentives for those interested in entering the shipbuilding workforce.
—Hope Hodge Seck, USA Today, 9 Jan. 2026
The company had looked to build sales by buying Michael Kors parent Capri Holdings, but was tripped up by antitrust concerns late last year.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buying
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After purchasing the Veterans Pass on their Token Transit app, veterans will need to show valid proof of their veteran status if requested by a VTA Operator or Fare Inspector.—
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The state will collect feedback and purchasing data during the pilot year to evaluate the program, and there are plans to expand into additional schools across the state in the 2026-27 school year, the release said.—
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There's no shame in a little bit of bribing to get the job done!—
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Nur is also accused of bribing a juror in the case and later pleaded guilty to that charge.—
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Prosecutors released his booking photo, believing that there may be more victims.—
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The defendant and his mother frequently argued in the weeks between Wei Hou’s release from prison and the victim’s murder, with Zhu Hou believing her son was stealing cash from her to fund his drug habit, Holland said.—
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From frequent favorites like Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez and George and Amal Clooney, to couples having a rare date night like Julia Roberts and Danny Moder and Jennifer Lawrence and Cooke Moroney, significant others had a significant presence.—
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Jaffery describes it as an unfortunate oversight and a prime example on the importance of having diverse voices at the table when making decisions.—
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But in 1999, just months after Luke was born, Andrea attempted suicide by taking an overdose of medication prescribed for her father, who was ill.—
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Someone had ordered pizza to the home, and a delivery driver spent some time ringing the doorbell before returning to his car, taking the pies with him.—
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The video featured a tired Madonna running into a mysterious man and woman in a hotel hallway, with the two seducing the singer into a night together, done as a tribute to the 1963 French film Bay of Angels, which starred Jeanne Moreau.—
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Jennifer then develops a taste for human flesh and begins seducing and killing teenage boys.—
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Marine officers also said accepting women would lead to greater risk, meaning more Marine combat casualties.—
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Hawke paid tribute to his late friend and recalled one of their very first moments together while accepting the Career Achievement Award at the Palm Springs Film Awards over the weekend.—
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“Buying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buying. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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