as in event
a social gathering
a wedding reception
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Recent Examples of reception
Lifesavers The city of Highland Park held a reception to recognize the law enforcement, first responders and medical professionals who provided emergency care to a man suffering a heart attack this spring.
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Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
Related Articles Merdeka Palace During a reception with Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto, Macron opted for a long-sleeve chain print midi dress courtesy of Louis Vuitton.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 May 2025
Last season, Smith set the franchise record for a tight end in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
Who’s left at wide receiver for Boise State? With Bolt’s departure, Boise State has six receivers on its 2025 roster who caught a pass last fall, and only two recorded at least 10 receptions: sixth-year player Latrell Caples (38) and redshirt senior Chase Penry (14).
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 27 May 2025
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Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
Related Articles Merdeka Palace During a reception with Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto, Macron opted for a long-sleeve chain print midi dress courtesy of Louis Vuitton.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 May 2025
Last season, Smith set the franchise record for a tight end in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
Who’s left at wide receiver for Boise State? With Bolt’s departure, Boise State has six receivers on its 2025 roster who caught a pass last fall, and only two recorded at least 10 receptions: sixth-year player Latrell Caples (38) and redshirt senior Chase Penry (14).
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reception
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Before Emmy voting begins, networks and studios host FYC (For Your Consideration) events to showcase their work, usually through screenings and meet-and-greets with stars in Los Angeles.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2025
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The International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC), one of the oldest and most prestigious annual global spirit judging events, just released the results for their 2025 event.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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To promote the Imagine Benefit on Oct. 22 at the Plaza, where tables are going for as much as $100,000 apiece, a kickoff party was held Wednesday at the East Side home of skin care mogul Peter Thomas Roth.—
Richard Johnson,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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This patio will have an outdoor fireplace and will enhance the home’s ability to accommodate both day-to-day activities and entertaining either small or large parties.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2025
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Sun Sentinel Le Tub, Hollywood’s kitschy hamburger dive, turns 50 with big weekend bash The iconic waterfront eatery is marking the milestone with a three-day celebration featuring food and drink specials, souvenir tees and live music on a waterfront barge.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
30 May 2025
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Disneyland has a whole lotta ‘Happy’ going on during 70th birthday bash More than 40 musical acts will perform over 100 shows on eight stages throughout the Disneyland resort as part of Celebrate Soulfully.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
30 May 2025
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“Reception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reception. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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