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to procure
01
to obtain something, especially through effort or skill
Transitive: to procure sth
Formal
Examples
The project manager worked diligently to procure the necessary resources for the upcoming initiative, ensuring its success.
The detective needed to procure crucial evidence to solve the case, conducting thorough investigations and interviews.
02
to persuade someone to give or approve something
Ditransitive: to procure sb to do sth
Examples
The manager procured his team to work overtime to meet the project deadline.
She procured her friends to join her in the protest against climate change.
03
to provide sex workers for others
Transitive: to procure sex workers
Examples
Human traffickers use deception and manipulation to procure victims for exploitation.
Some criminal networks procure underage individuals for the sex trade.
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