receiver
Example Sentences
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This is play, not pressure—a small, joyful bit of role-playing that makes the gift feel special for the receiver, and surprisingly delightful for the person making it, too.
From Salon
What would prompt Metcalf, one of the NFL’s top receivers in each of his seven seasons, to lose his temper and allegedly engage with a fan in a way strictly forbidden by the league?
From Los Angeles Times
The upshot is that Pittsburgh could be without its top receiver during its playoff push.
If we looked at every NFL player who works as a pitchman or endorser, you’re probably going to get fewer offensive linemen than running backs, or wide receivers, or quarterbacks.
Younger brother Grant is another top receiver at Santa Margarita.
From Los Angeles Times
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