acquired

Example Sentences

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And it didn’t take long before she acquired a nickname, and the authority to go along with it: the Queen of Green.

From Los Angeles Times

“Because of how we acquired the site, I think we have a mandate to build,” said Town Manager Brad Raulston, who previously was city manager and oversaw housing in a San Diego suburb.

From The Wall Street Journal

Stock in many of the companies being acquired will likely rise upon closing.

From Barron's

But Jamie Sugar, who acquired her home through the scheme, says: "I don't think it's affordable at all."

From BBC

Spence works for Positive Futures, a charity dedicated to supporting children, young people and adults with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries and autism.

From BBC