obtaining
Pronunciation: [əbˈteɪnɪŋ]
Word
Context: "acquisition"
(verb) to get something that you want or need. It's like when you work hard to earn a toy or a reward, and then you finally get it.
Example
She is obtaining her driver's license next week.
Example
He wasn't obtaining enough points to pass the game level.
Example
What steps are you taking to obtain the new video game?
Context: "learning"
(verb) to gain knowledge or skills from studying or experience. It's like when you go to school and learn new things.
Example
The student is obtaining new math skills in class.
Example
The boy is not obtaining any new information from watching television all day.
Example
How are you obtaining knowledge about history?
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