procured
v. C1 Advanced US //pɹoʊkˈjʊɹd// UK //pɹəkjˈɔːd// pro·cured
v. to get something that is difficult to find or requires special effort.
v. to obtain something, especially with particular care or effort. Transitive — requires a direct object.
He procured a rare copy of the book for me.
The manager successfully procured the necessary permits just days before the construction project was scheduled to begin.
In times of scarcity, the ability to have procured essential supplies through unofficial channels often determined the survival of small businesses in the region.
Usage
The verb is transitive and often implies a formal or difficult acquisition process.