obtain

US /əbˈteɪn/

UK /əbˈteɪn/

1.

get, acquire, or secure (something)

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He managed to obtain a copy of the report.

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You need to obtain permission before proceeding.

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acquire get gain secure procure

2.

(of a custom, rule, or way of thinking) be prevalent, established, or customary

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A different system obtains in other countries.

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These conditions no longer obtain.

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prevail exist be in force be in effect be in use