This shows grade level based on the word’s complexity. The Yankees bought a new center fielder. Most public officials buy beef consomme be bought. Ten dollars buys less than it used to.

That coat was a sensible buy. The couch was a real buy. They tried to buy into the club but were not accepted. The corrupt official bought off those who might expose him. She bought out an established pharmacist and is doing very well.

He bought up the last of the strawberries at the fruit market. WILL YOU SAIL OR STUMBLE ON THESE GRAMMAR QUESTIONS? Smoothly step over to these common grammar mistakes that trip many people up. Fill in the blank: I can’t figure out _____ gave me this gift.