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to obtain
01
to get something, often with difficulty
Transitive: to obtain sth
Example
The company has obtained a significant grant for research.
The students are obtaining practical experience through internships.
She obtains a new book from the library every week.
02
to be widely common, applied, or recognized
Intransitive
FormalExample
The principle of equality before the law obtains in most democratic societies.
In many cultures, the custom of shaking hands as a greeting still obtains.
Example
The company has obtained a significant grant for research.
The students are obtaining practical experience through internships.
She obtains a new book from the library every week.
They have obtained the necessary licenses for the project.
By this time, she has already obtained a degree in computer science.
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