Purchase
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Online Context
Online purchasing often includes digital payments and electronic receipts. I prefer to purchase books online rather than in-store.
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Demand Situations
Use 'purchase' when you need to sound more formal or official, often in business contexts. We'll purchase more office supplies as per our agreement.
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Not Just Physical
'Purchase' applies to both physical items and services or digital products. You can purchase a subscription to an online magazine.