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This came after a series of allegations levelled by Ukrainian media that the defence ministry was procuring goods at inflated values.

From Reuters • Sep. 19, 2023

Under the recently ended deal, WFP was procuring 80% of its global wheat supply from Ukraine.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 19, 2023

Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick said the numbers at Manston were "falling very rapidly" and that the government was "procuring hotels in all parts of the country" for alternative accommodation.

From BBC • Nov. 3, 2022

The first step was procuring a life cast of Hawke’s face to use as a mold.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2022

Calixte asked for nothing at all, though Lazlo knew she was procuring, with Tzara’s assistance, an array of resins with which to concoct sticking pastes to aid in her climbing.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor