receiving

Example Sentences

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David Sanchez, a composer and orchestra director, is accused of receiving preferential treatment in obtaining a public-sector job.

From Barron's • Jun. 20, 2026

Their former Watford midfielder Kone, shortly after receiving the ball, was caught late and badly by Assim Madibo as he challenged for possession.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

The genesis of this self-published guidebook occurred when the pair realized they were not receiving a portion of a royalty stream they were owed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

Instead of just receiving a sentence of about five years, the court also tried to impose a requirement that Hunter be required to start taking mental health medications in order to qualify for supervised release.

From Slate • Jun. 18, 2026

But if I say yes, it means I’ll have to survive receiving and handing off the baton.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée