as in admitting
to offer entrance (as to a place, school, or privilege) to
a top law-school grad who was received by the firm with open arms
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Recent Examples of receiving
One woman died after suffering a seizure, falling and receiving no medical care for hours.
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Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
Their reports explained regretfully that the confrontation had prevented two officers from receiving awards for shooting burglars.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Reviewers, who cite receiving frequent compliments when sporting the style, say the shoes have ample arch support and are easy to put on.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
The burger receiving the most nominations statewide will be announced as the winner in May.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 1 Apr. 2026
Krause joined Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Phil Jackson, Tex Winter, Dennis Rodman and Jerry Reinsdorf from the dynasty-era Bulls in receiving basketball’s highest honor.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Urbandale police found Do's body in the parking lot after receiving reports of a disturbance.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 1 Apr. 2026
While awaiting prosecution for the Mahany Park shooting, Abril escaped from Placer County sheriff’s custody while receiving medical treatment at Sutter Roseville Medical Center.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Fans were given a say in key decisions, voting online to shape production and game mechanics, from choosing tribe colors to requiring castaways to earn rice and supplies instead of receiving them at the start.
—Pamela Chelin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
Their reports explained regretfully that the confrontation had prevented two officers from receiving awards for shooting burglars.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Reviewers, who cite receiving frequent compliments when sporting the style, say the shoes have ample arch support and are easy to put on.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
The burger receiving the most nominations statewide will be announced as the winner in May.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 1 Apr. 2026
Krause joined Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Phil Jackson, Tex Winter, Dennis Rodman and Jerry Reinsdorf from the dynasty-era Bulls in receiving basketball’s highest honor.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Urbandale police found Do's body in the parking lot after receiving reports of a disturbance.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 1 Apr. 2026
While awaiting prosecution for the Mahany Park shooting, Abril escaped from Placer County sheriff’s custody while receiving medical treatment at Sutter Roseville Medical Center.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Fans were given a say in key decisions, voting online to shape production and game mechanics, from choosing tribe colors to requiring castaways to earn rice and supplies instead of receiving them at the start.
—Pamela Chelin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receiving
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Soderbergh extracts some fun from the ensuing cat-and-mouse logistics, from Lori’s meticulous duplication of the Christophers to Julian’s efforts to bluff her into admitting her true intentions.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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The suit also accused Michel, Esformes and others of admitting elderly patients from ALFs owned by Michel and Esformes to Larkin for medically unnecessary treatment paid for by Medicare and Medicaid.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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The tightening of the reins in the British Mandate for Palestine comes as Adolf Hitler and Germany invade Poland, triggering the beginnings of World War II, and as Jewish refugees fleeing persecution begin entering the region.—
Zach Dennis,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Refrain from entering water that might carry an electric current and avoid walking through floodwaters.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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Cameron House is dreamy, in part for its location and breath-taking views and in part for its blend of baronial grandeur and modern luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Fort Worth Southwest Christian senior Lara Langford, a UMass-Boston signee, hurled four innings striking out four and giving up five runs in taking the loss.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Receiving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receiving. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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