- present participle of acquire.
Example Sentences
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He said he is impressed with the acquiring company’s track record for efficiency.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Berkshire Hathaway is acquiring midsize builder Taylor Morrison Home, signaling increased M&A activity in the housing market.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Amplitude is acquiring Artisan from Beach Energy BPT 1.39%increase; green up pointing triangle for A$58.3 million upfront and a production royalty of A$3.75/per gigajoule.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
The Times will have more soon on the Rams acquiring Garrett.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
For, in middle age, he was acquiring a dynastic sense.
From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill
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