acquirement

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"It is generally an adopted opinion," he noted disdainfully, "that genius for the fine arts is a particular gift and not an acquirement."

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Among the minor achievements of John Ringling is the acquirement of three Western railroads.

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As there are involved knotty questions over which the lawyers will be wrangling clear up to the Supreme Court, the acquirement of so definite a result comes near to being miraculous.

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Hence, young persons will be most improved by the example of those whose greater maturity of years and acquirement give them the advantage of experience.

From The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion or, Familiar Letters to his Nephews by Lunettes, Henry

The instructor of the young, who dedicates his time to advancing the formation of right principles, and the acquirement of sound knowledge, by his pupils, is a profitable labourer.

From Knowledge is Power: A View of the Productive Forces of Modern Society and the Results of Labor, Capital and Skill. by Knight, Charles