I also wish to obtain a certain amount of diphany.

Leaves are small and narrow, so it takes many plants to obtain a sizeable amount.

They had obtained a certain amount of Cardassian technology on the station that would be worth something to another client.

He obtained a considerable amount of official work from the government.

"However, if it is successful, we will obtain an unprecedented amount of information about comets."

He may not need an auction to obtain a similar amount in part because Senator Clinton set a benchmark.

Where would I obtain so large an amount on such short notice?

He even obtains a substantial amount of money from them, ostensibly to prepare for the film.

The homoeopathic doctor needs to obtain a large amount of information from the patient which requires a longer consultation time.

Spyro is required to obtain a certain amount of purple gems to be able to use these skills.