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Term: acquire

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To gain possession or control of something

Example sentence: She was determined to acquire the rare book for her collection.

Sense 2: To learn or develop a skill or knowledge

Example sentence: He studied hard to acquire the necessary skills for his new job.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: The act or process of gaining possession or control

Example sentence: The acquisition of the company was a strategic move for the business.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Popular or well-known

Example sentence: The new café quickly became an acquire spot among locals.

Sense 2: Limited to a particular area or community

Example sentence: The artist's work gained acquire recognition in her hometown.