Procure (verb)

  1. To obtain or acquire something, especially with effort or skill.
  2. To arrange or bring about something, especially by exerting effort or influence.
  3. To get something done through the use of one's authority or influence.

Origin:

The word procure comes from the latin procurare, meaning "to take care of" and it has been in use since the 15th century.

Examples:

  1. I'll try to procure the tickets for the concert.
  2. She procured a meeting with the CEO.
  3. He procured the necessary permits for the construction.
  4. The company procured a new contract.
  5. She procured the services of a lawyer.
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