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reception

[ri-sep-shuhn] / rɪˈsɛp ʃən /


NOUN
celebratory party
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
disacknowledgment


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Leo kicked off his visit with pomp and ceremony at a reception in Madrid's royal palace, where he called for an end to "polarising narratives" and "sterile simplifications".

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

His remarks echoed those he delivered during his royal reception, in which he praised Spain's commitment to peace and its "faithful adherence to international law".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Bilton received a difficult reception after Weiss installed him as the leader of “60 Minutes,” immediately elevating the author, documentary producer and former columnist into one of the most prestigious positions in television news.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

“I’m hoping to win by a lot, because our reception of the doors has been incredible,” Park said.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

The reception is held at Chandresh Christophe Lefèvre’s town house on Friday, October 13,1899.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern




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