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Acquiring one of the largest and most renowned publishers would certainly give Condé’s titles a welcome influx of cash that could restore the magazines to their glory days.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Acquiring security clearances remained a long and arduous process.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

"Acquiring Rydal Mount gives us an opportunity to tell a much richer story about the lives and works of William and Dorothy Wordsworth."

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Acquiring TAP Portugal would enable Lufthansa Group to expand its connectivity between Europe and other regions of the world, such as South America, Africa and North America, the group said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

Acquiring a tankard of cider from the landlord, I seated myself at a table a little way away, intending to relax a little and collect my thoughts concerning the day.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro