1
as in to have
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
some merchants in town will accept Canadian coins
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2
as in to tolerate
to have a favorable opinion of
her husband feels that he has never been truly accepted by his wife's family
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3
as in to believe
to regard as right or true
refused to accept that her friend had said those mean things
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as in to assume
to take to or upon oneself
accepted the responsibility of sending out the invitations
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5
as in to endure
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
he accepted all of life's vicissitudes without complaint
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1
as in having
to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
some merchants in town will accept Canadian coins
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2
as in tolerating
to have a favorable opinion of
her husband feels that he has never been truly accepted by his wife's family
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3
as in taking
to regard as right or true
refused to accept that her friend had said those mean things
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4
as in assuming
to take to or upon oneself
accepted the responsibility of sending out the invitations
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as in handling
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
he accepted all of life's vicissitudes without complaint
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as in believing
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2
as in approving
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3
as in resigned
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Recent Examples of accepting
David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2025
But advocates in Bridgeport, who have repeatedly called for reforms to the state’s absentee ballot laws, were less accepting of the legislature’s failure to take up the measure this session.
—Andrew Brown, Hartford Courant, 27 June 2025
Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 11 Sep. 2025
Brandi’s 44-inch flathead has formally been accepted by Idaho as the new flathead catch-and-release record.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 11 Sep. 2025
Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 30 Aug. 2025
Kim Keon-hee, the former first lady, is accused of accepting illicit financial gifts and participating in a stock manipulation scheme while her husband was in office.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 29 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Andy’s brooding nature gets fresh fuel with the vengeful Quynh’s re-emergence, but with Nile now more accepting of her mentorship, the rapport between those two women acquires a new warmth and humor.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2025
But advocates in Bridgeport, who have repeatedly called for reforms to the state’s absentee ballot laws, were less accepting of the legislature’s failure to take up the measure this session.
—Andrew Brown, Hartford Courant, 27 June 2025
Verb
Having made a series of successful predictions that no other theory can match, it’s widely accepted as the origin story for our Universe.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 11 Sep. 2025
Brandi’s 44-inch flathead has formally been accepted by Idaho as the new flathead catch-and-release record.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Hecker said the case should be dismissed and that Abrego Garcia is being coerced into accepting a guilty plea by the prospect of being indefinitely detained in a country halfway across the world, where his safety and liberty would be at threat.
—Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 30 Aug. 2025
Kim Keon-hee, the former first lady, is accused of accepting illicit financial gifts and participating in a stock manipulation scheme while her husband was in office.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accepting
Adjective
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The non-believing partner may start to emotionally withdraw from the other, purely out of self-preservation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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When some in the group expressed interest in joining the early-morning bread run, the captain gave an approving blink of surprise.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
30 July 2025
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Even Dodgers' Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully was shown giving a thumbs-up afterward, adding an approving nod to the unconventional yet unforgettable performance.—
Amanda Castro
Gabe Whisnant
Anna Commander
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Just 14 yards on resigned run plays were, however, according to Pro Football Focus.—
Oliver Thomas,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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As new members have replaced the resigned ones, the board has ramped up focus on policies around LGBTQ+ students, dress codes and health curriculum.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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To write one’s way out of the incapacitating dependence of daughterhood into autonomy means shedding the unquestioning fidelity of a child.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
3 Sep. 2025
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This is my kind of patriotism — very different from the unquestioning, nationalistic and sycophantic allegiance demanded by the Don.—
Mike Mcgrew,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Forget the crowds of other Rocky Mountain destinations—Durango gives visitors a warm Colorado welcome, and then some.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Fall and winter are ideal for testing the soil in flower and vegetable gardens, as well as warm-season turfgrass lawns.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Initial assumptions reacting to the April surge in volatility in the financial markets were broadly pessimistic.—
George Calhoun,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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But the national prognostications for Miami seem especially pessimistic after last season’s 8-9 record followed four consecutive winning seasons.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Some aren’t convinced that attempting to climb the ranks on set will pay off at a time when competition is so cutthroat and the future of the business is so wobbly.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
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Still, many are not convinced that is a good reason for Medicaid to continue paying up to a five-fold premium for public ambulance service providers relative to private competitors.—
Patrick Gleason,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Chelsea have also provided necessary cover for Marc Cucurella by acquiring Jorrel Hato from Ajax, and believe attacking midfielder Facundo Buonanotte can make a positive contribution following his loan move from Brighton & Hove Albion.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Ava Cavallini, 12th grade, Stewart County High School Ava has served as a positive role model to all underclassmen through her time in Career and Technical Education at Stewart County High School.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Accepting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accepting. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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