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No. 13,858 in Russian

обзавелась

"Obtained" or "acquired for oneself."

In a sentence

  • Она недавно обзавелась котёнком.

    She recently acquired a kitten.

    This usage of 'обзавелась' implies obtaining or acquiring something new as part of one's belongings or life.

  • Моя сестра обзавелась новой работой.

    My sister got a new job.

    In this context, 'обзавелась' refers to starting or obtaining a new employment opportunity.

  • Кажется, он обзавёлся новыми друзьями.

    It seems he made new friends.

    Here, 'обзавелась' signifies establishing new social connections or relationships.

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