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The phrase "acquire a propensity for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the development of a tendency or inclination towards a particular behavior or activity over time.
Example: "Over the years, she began to acquire a propensity for solving complex mathematical problems."
Alternatives: "develop a tendency for" or "gain an inclination towards".
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Do developing circuits acquire a propensity for exuberant connectivities, or do they try and maintain a homeostasis in their connections and therefore make compensatory changes in the number of synapses with their normal partners?
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"Mother," he said, "seemed to develop a propensity for black men".
In nursing research a propensity for acquiring knowledge and understanding by using, multiple modalities has been demonstrated.
The investigator concluded that yoga "creates a propensity for weight gain and fat deposition".
They have a propensity for young up-and-coming artists and like to acquire by several examples of each.
(They share a propensity for tearing up during speeches).
Ryder Ripps, 14, may have a propensity for design.
Lloyd described her ex as "a man with a propensity for extremes, for being unconventional".
The first was a rangy striker, trademark sideburns and moustache and a propensity for the unexpected.
"Your honor, that would show a propensity for stealing golf clubs," Mr. Denvir replied.
He enrolled in 10th grade at Tully High School and showed a propensity for running.
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