Sentence examples for acquired for himself from inspiring English sources

As an undergraduate, he spent a lot of time at the racecourse at Newmarket, but less conventionally acquired for himself a copy of the massive 19th-century French edition of the crusading chroniclers.

Returning south, Basil II captured Setina, where Samuel used to have a palace and acquired for himself the large amount of provisions that were stored there.

Nicholson returned to London after the failed expedition, and began working to acquire for himself the governorship of Nova Scotia.

Sophia's wealth allowed Conroy to live a rich lifestyle, acquiring for himself a house in Kensington for £4000, as well as two other estates for £18,000.

Yes, Senator Ben Nelson, in addition to acquiring for himself the dubious honor of making abortion coverage more onerous for women receiving federal subsidies, did manage to collect a number of special goodies for Nebraska.

Some properties he seized himself or acquired for a nominal price.

Joscelyn also acquired manuscripts for himself, 40 of which were written in Old English.

Reed was acquired for Matt Lawton.

World rights are acquired for advances of less than $100,000.

Second, we acquired for the sake of acquisition, mindlessly consuming.

Gregg was acquired for José Ceda, a minor league pitcher.