receptive

Example Sentences

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"He seemed quite receptive," she says, claiming Priestley assured her the deposit would be returned.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

He tried to find a receptive audience for the name.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

What’s Next: It isn’t clear how receptive the government officials were to Ackman’s plan.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

Studies show younger children are particularly receptive to messages from figures of authority.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

I was to keep ever before them the picture of a bright, passive, good-humored, receptive mass ever willing to accept their every scheme.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison