Example Sentences

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Canada has been obtaining vaccines from Europe, and recent shipments have encountered delays.

From Washington Post • Feb. 23, 2021

The main problem, the company said in the filing, has been obtaining Clean Water Act certifications from the two states.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 11, 2016

The university has been obtaining records including books and maps since the end of the battle.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2015

The distinguished dramatist has just returned from France where he has been obtaining some startling scenic effects for what is confidently expected will be the playwright's most successful production.

From Poor Relations by MacKenzie, Compton

He has been obtaining a lot of good coaching as a candidate for the Newton Athletic Club's eleven, and the points he has thus picked up he has taught his men.

From Harper's Round Table, October 1, 1895 by Various