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Procure

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Definition obtain (something), especially with care or effort

Translations

Read the translations of the word "procure" in different languages. Find your native language here.
cn
采购
en
procure
es
obtener
fr
procurer
de
besorgen
ar
السلطة
hi
खरीद
pl
zdobyć
ru
обеспечить
ja
調達する

Examples

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He tried to procure some rare books for his collection.
The company had to procure new equipment for the project.
She managed to procure a ticket to the sold-out concert.

Story

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Once upon a time, in a small picturesque village, there lived a mischievous cat named Bernie. Bernie was known for his playful antics and his ability to procure the most unusual objects. It seemed as though he had a secret stash hidden away somewhere, filled to the brim with treasures from all over the world. One sunny morning, the villagers woke up to find their belongings missing. Hats, umbrellas, and even a rare antique vase had vanished without a trace. The village was in a state of confusion and despair, unsure of who could be behind this peculiar series of thefts. But Bernie knew exactly what was happening. With a twinkle in his eye, he had procured these items for his own amusement. He would prance around the village, proudly displaying his newfound treasures, as if he were the ruler of a foreign land. The villagers, however, were not amused. They decided to set a trap for Bernie, hoping to catch him red-handed. They laid out a trail of shiny trinkets, leading straight to a cage filled with his favorite treats. Little did Bernie know, he was about to fall into their cleverly devised plan. As Bernie stealthily made his way towards the enticing treats, he suddenly found himself trapped. His mischievous escapades had finally caught up with him. The villagers rejoiced, finally able to retrieve their belongings and put an end to Bernie's thieving ways. From that day forward, Bernie learned his lesson and became a reformed cat. No longer would he procure items that didn't belong to him. Instead, he would use his cleverness to bring joy and laughter to the village, becoming a beloved feline friend to all. And so, Bernie's days of procuring foreign treasures came to an end, replaced by a newfound appreciation for the value of honesty and friendship.