Obtain (verb)

1. To get or acquire something, typically with effort or difficulty.
2. To succeed in obtaining something.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french obtenir, from latin obtinere, from ob- "in front" + tenere "to hold".

Examples:

1. She obtained her degree from the university.
2. He obtained a job in his field of study.
3. She obtained a visa to travel to the country.
4. He obtained a loan to buy a house.
5. She obtained permission to enter the building.