receiving

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Allison Janney was a guest of honor, receiving the Lifetime of Culture award.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

He was part of the Brazil squad that retained the trophy four years later, but missed most of the tournament through injury after scoring in the opening game - only later receiving a winners' medal.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

I have the choice of receiving either a pension of $2,900 per month, or $2,200 per month with an annual 3% increase.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

"After receiving the commission's official ruling, we expect the facts to be clearly established through legal procedures," Coupang added.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The reports he was receiving from mutual friends emphasized Jefferson’s generosity of spirit in defeat.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis