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obtain (v):
receive a specified treatment (abstract)
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These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation.
His movie received a good review.
I got nothing but trouble for my good intentions

obtain (v):
come into possession of
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How did you obtain the visa?

obtain (v):
be valid, applicable, or true
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This theory still holds

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Honey catches more flies than vinegar

Tatlı dil yılanı deliğinden çıkarır.

Use the right incentives to motivate people to do something

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