received

Example Sentences

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She made a complaint and received a partial refund.

From BBC

In an agonizing twist, just as the show had gotten underway, Jordan received word she had been accepted by a professional ballet company.

From Los Angeles Times

Oil, natural gas and fertilizer exports have received the most attention, as the cost of transportation, food and energy ripple through the global economy.

From Salon

I reached out to the police department in my grandmother’s city but received no help.

From MarketWatch

Indians who were later freed from compounds told police they sometimes received coaching in acting and regional accents to better impersonate law enforcement officers.

From The Wall Street Journal