obtaining

Example Sentences

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The president did not give any further details on the draft, but insisted any agreement would "absolutely" prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Imagine police responding to a robbery by obtaining judicial permission to open every safety deposit box in a neighborhood bank, briefly inspect the contents, and determine afterward which customers seem suspicious.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

Your rights are limited to receiving the correct balance and obtaining a clear explanation of how that balance was calculated.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Iran and the US cut diplomatic ties in 1980 and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Trouble arose even before Malcolm arrived, as problems developed in obtaining a meeting hall.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson