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Botched executions have come under scrutiny over the past decade, since a shortage of the drugs used led some states to change the formula, or procure drugs from more questionable sources.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

The refiners still in operation are racing to supply a market in dire need of diesel, which powers all manner of heavy-duty vehicles and machinery, while also scrambling to procure enough crude shipments to process.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026

California law already bans a practice known as capping, in which non-attorneys directly solicit or procure clients to sign up for lawsuits with a law firm.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026

The U.S. sanctioned more than 60 entities, individuals and vessels across the world that enable the regime to procure nuclear and missile technology, earn revenue from oil and carry out cyber operations, Bessent said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026

Nevertheless, towards the end of January it became obvious that it would be necessary to procure some more grain from somewhere.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell

The company’s IPO filing includes a lengthy warning that it procures nearly all of its necessary services and components on a purchase-order basis without long-term agreements.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 12, 2026

In one biblical tale, Jesus procures a large catch of fish, and promises his disciples an abundance of followers when he commands them to be “fishers of men.”

From National Geographic ● Jul. 26, 2023

The government's Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, which procures the vaccine, has requested 5.5 million doses for delivery this year and the next, the company said.

From Reuters ● Aug. 18, 2022

She procures gardening and landscaping clients for her small team.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 9, 2022

When Celia procures him a black-and-white-striped paper bag of popcorn, he insists he wants caramel as well, and will not eat it plain.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

Tehran procured the images both before and after the attack.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 12, 2026

“It was like a reality show all weekend,” said Mitchell, who procured the jet for McHale through family connections.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026

“We tend to assume their resilience and capabilities are externally procured when, in fact, much of that power is locally produced,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

It also lends the sandwich the air of something procured from a real cute deli, perhaps one with handwritten menu boards and expensive sparkling water.

From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2026

“I may have procured it while I was in the Kuhani's study.”

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

After procuring my press ticket, I waited for the yellow carpet, where I was asked multiple times if I was “part of the influencers group.”

From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2026

Working with its partners, ESA was responsible for developing and qualifying the Ariane 5 adaptations needed for the Webb mission and for procuring the launch service from Arianespace.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 12, 2026

HUD has launched an inspector general investigation of alleged misconduct at the agency and suspended it from procuring federal funds while the investigation is underway.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026

The U.S. doesn’t manufacture the diesel electric submarines Canada was procuring.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026

Among his agents Clark found one who agreed to go to Howe and offer to “risque my all in procuring him intelligence.”

From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen