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reception

[ri-sep-shuhn] / rɪˈsɛp ʃən /


NOUN
celebratory party
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
disacknowledgment


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Since its 2020 release, “Promising Young Woman” has become a lightning rod for heated conversation — quite a far cry from its initially warm reception, which led to five Oscar nominations and one win.

From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026

But the award received a decidedly mixed reception.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

The review found he was handed the key less than three minutes after approaching the reception desk, by a receptionist who had received no training in key security.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

Tanter even recorded an introduction for Horton’s wedding, announcing the newlyweds as they entered the reception: “‘For the very first time,’” Horton said, dropping his voice low like Tanter’s “‘Mr. Derrin and Elise Horton!’”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

I had taken a long way home indeed from the Princess’s reception and the Marquess’s pocket.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck

Nacua, the NFL receptions leader last season, will return to the lineup against the Eagles.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026

Ryanna Harris has thrown for 13 touchdowns, rushed for 21 and has eight touchdown receptions.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026

Brooklyn Hedricks had 14 receptions for 193 yards and four touchdowns in victories over Oxnard and San Marcos.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026

The King will continue to host a range of events at the palace, from state banquets and garden parties to receptions and audiences with the prime minister and new ambassadors.

From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026

I witnessed and was sometimes invited to join christening and baptism parties, communion and wedding lunches, graduation dinners, wakes and funeral receptions.

From "Krik? Krak!" by Edwidge Danticat




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