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receive

[ri-seev] / rɪˈsiv /




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Still, it’s in a strong enough fiscal position to receive the top, triple-A credit ratings from the major credit-rating firms.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

"An average primary school with 50% take-up will receive nearly £30,000 a year – around 18 times more than the previous National School Breakfast Programme," a spokesperson said.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

“They should be receiving hearings to determine whether or not they are to remain in this country, and until they receive those hearings, they should be free.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

First, he insisted that employees be ready to give and receive constructive criticism at all times and that people should be willing to argue for their ideas.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

“But—but I did not even receive the notes,” Penelope stammered.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood




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