acquisition
noun
the act of acquiring or gaining possession.
acquisitions
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pluralof acquisition.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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A string of shrewd acquisitions then built a team that produces the third-most runs per game in the NL.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
The company, which owns Helena Agri-Enterprises, the U.S.’s second-largest agricultural retailer, plans to expand the business further, including through acquisitions, with the aim of narrowing the gap with market leader Nutrien Ag Solutions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
The purchase marks a triumph in the sports realm for Iger, whose strategic moves and bold acquisitions made Disney the envy of the entertainment world.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
PIK and acquisitions made by Medallia contributed to its debt rising.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
I was interviewing for a paralegal position in the mergers and acquisitions department of a prestigious multi-national corporate law firm.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
