as in agreements
permission given to do something
They had a fancy dinner to celebrate his acceptance to Columbia University.
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Recent Examples of acceptances
The group shares everything from preschool graduations to college acceptances and other milestones.
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ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
If a student has received multiple college acceptances, some timely decisions need to be made.
—Eric Greenberg, AJC.com, 23 Feb. 2026
There are no long acceptances, only good vibes since everyone in this exclusive room is a winner, certainly a relief since every other show — starting with last weekend’s Critics Choice Awards and moving on with Sunday’s Golden Globes — start to divide the winners from those who, uh, don’t win.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
Francisco was a student at Franklin High in Elk Grove (Sacramento County) in 2024 when her college acceptances began rolling in.
—Nanette Asimov, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Jan. 2026
These videos have captured me getting my driver’s permit, meeting my current partner, receiving college acceptances, and getting my first job.
—Monitor Contributors, Christian Science Monitor, 30 Dec. 2025
Monday ranks highest for connection request acceptances.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
But instead of acceptances and rejections, which would have been definitive answers, most of my classmates got no real resolution at all.
—Mary Frances Ruskell, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2025
ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
If a student has received multiple college acceptances, some timely decisions need to be made.
—Eric Greenberg, AJC.com, 23 Feb. 2026
There are no long acceptances, only good vibes since everyone in this exclusive room is a winner, certainly a relief since every other show — starting with last weekend’s Critics Choice Awards and moving on with Sunday’s Golden Globes — start to divide the winners from those who, uh, don’t win.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
Francisco was a student at Franklin High in Elk Grove (Sacramento County) in 2024 when her college acceptances began rolling in.
—Nanette Asimov, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Jan. 2026
These videos have captured me getting my driver’s permit, meeting my current partner, receiving college acceptances, and getting my first job.
—Monitor Contributors, Christian Science Monitor, 30 Dec. 2025
Monday ranks highest for connection request acceptances.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
But instead of acceptances and rejections, which would have been definitive answers, most of my classmates got no real resolution at all.
—Mary Frances Ruskell, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acceptances
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To this end, the District has negotiated tirelessly with PEA leadership and reached tentative agreements on several important issues.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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At its core, Zionism embraces the idea of regional coexistence, reflected in Israel’s long-standing efforts to pursue peace, from its agreements with Egypt and Jordan to the Abraham Accords and other regional initiatives.—
Elad Strohmayer,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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However, the city’s pro-growth attitude usually leads to rezoning approvals.—
DIAMOND VENCES,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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The work along Asylum Avenue is a slice of a 3-year project, which didn’t need local approvals.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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In Oklahoma, a former state superintendent threatened schools' accreditations.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
12 Mar. 2026
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European Film Market Head Tanja Meissner has hailed this year’s edition as the busiest since the Covid pandemic with accreditations expected to come in at least three percent higher than last year although final figures have yet to confirmed.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2026
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Regis will also maintain all academic records for Anna Marie so that students can access transcripts and other documents, including degree confirmations.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Since consumers tend to mark these emails as spam, other no-reply emails may automatically be directed to the spam folder – including essential communication like booking confirmations.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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Meyers holds a doctorate degree in Educational Administration and has Texas superintendent, principal and teacher certifications.—
Samuel O’Neal
Updated April 23,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2026
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Still expecting certifications for the 737 Max 7 and Max 10 this year.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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