receiving
Example Sentences
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It began receiving detainees in August 2025 and now has more than 1,400 people there, with total annual revenue from the site expected to be $130 million.
One example quoted by the barrister, showed royal correspondent Rebecca English, receiving the precise aircraft seat number for Chelsy Davy, the then-girlfriend of Prince Harry.
From BBC
A new study found that employees felt more “human” when receiving extra paid vacation time than getting monetary bonuses.
Ever since receiving the first postcard from Mom, I’ve volunteered to check the mail every day.
From Literature
The concerning number of inmate deaths also comes as the Sheriff’s Department faces questions about whether inmates are receiving timely and proper care.
From Los Angeles Times
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