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purchases
noun(pur-chase)
the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
Synonyms: leverage,
purchases
verb(pur-chase)
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
Synonyms: buy,
Examples:
The family purchased a new car.
purchases
noun(pur-chase)
a means of exerting influence or gaining advantage
Examples:
He could get no purchase on the situation.
purchases
noun(pur-chase)
something acquired by purchase
purchases
noun(pur-chase)
the acquisition of something for payment
Examples:
They closed the purchase with a handshake.

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