accepted

Example Sentences

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Now, as voters head to the polls on primary day in the Pine Tree State, RCV has become so accepted that candidates from both parties are openly encouraging voters to rank their rivals.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Rudin was not present at Sunday's ceremony, and the production's trophy for best play revival was accepted by actor Nathan Lane, who paid tribute to "the genius of Arthur Miller, who created this monumental masterpiece".

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“It’s more of an accepted problem at this point.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The event will be cashless, with only credit cards, debit cards or mobile pay accepted.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

“As new arrivals in this land”—she gripped her hands together and leaned in urgently—“for us to be accepted, we must work harder and behave better.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu