mixed reaction
noun
: a variety of responses among people
There has been a mixed reaction to the new policy.
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In an email to NPR, Jamie Metzl, a critic of the wildlife spillover theory expressed mixed reaction to the new website.
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Rob Stein, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
That detail invoked a mixed reaction from the crowd.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 25 Mar. 2025
However, the Queens native’s spot atop the list drew a mixed reaction online, with some fans expressing their agreement while raving about Nicki’s greatness, while others deemed her unworthy of such an honor.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The stock market initially had a mixed reaction to the news, announced prior to trading.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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Rob Stein, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
That detail invoked a mixed reaction from the crowd.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 25 Mar. 2025
However, the Queens native’s spot atop the list drew a mixed reaction online, with some fans expressing their agreement while raving about Nicki’s greatness, while others deemed her unworthy of such an honor.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The stock market initially had a mixed reaction to the news, announced prior to trading.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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“Mixed reaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mixed%20reaction. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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