bought
Americanverb
adjective
verb
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of bought
First recorded before 900, for the adjective for an earlier sense
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This past week, SpaceX bought more wireless spectrum, bringing the company closer to forming a fourth mobile wireless company in the U.S.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026
Beyond California, Dr. Phil boasts a very impressive mansion in Dallas, which he bought in 2020 after it had been listed for just under $12 million.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 12, 2026
Tubbs said he was grateful that the condo he bought was on the side of the street where the city was building a sandbar.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2026
Cardigan's mayor Olwen Davies has bought a flood door for her own house, and also uses a flood gate for extra protection.
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026
“He bought her apple pie at the church social after competing with two rivals for her attention.”
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
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