as in event
a social gathering
a wedding reception
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Recent Examples of reception
Daily rituals like the evening wine reception (local pours are paired with elevated light bites) accentuate the former boarding house’s welcoming warmth.
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Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The fabric’s strong reception can be attributed to its commercial versatility and clarity of purpose.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 26 Jan. 2026
Earlier this year, Smith-Njigba set Seattle franchise records for receiving yards (1,793) and receptions (119) in a single season, landing on The Associated Press 2025 NFL All-Pro first team in the process.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 26 Jan. 2026
The reception Calvert-Lewin gets on his return to Everton will be fascinating to see.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
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Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The fabric’s strong reception can be attributed to its commercial versatility and clarity of purpose.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 26 Jan. 2026
Earlier this year, Smith-Njigba set Seattle franchise records for receiving yards (1,793) and receptions (119) in a single season, landing on The Associated Press 2025 NFL All-Pro first team in the process.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 26 Jan. 2026
The reception Calvert-Lewin gets on his return to Everton will be fascinating to see.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reception
Noun
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Ball was depicted on social media attending a Senior Bowl event at a local elementary school on Monday, which was publicized by both the Senior Bowl and UA athletics.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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There were almost no literary festivals or bookstore events.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Regardless of which party is calling for the impeachment of judges, the outcome is unlikely to result in a conviction by the Senate.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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Labor strikes are not allowed, the leadership has control over the courts and media, and last but not least, opposition to the party is not allowed.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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The weekend celebration started on Friday with a roller skating party on the smooth arena floor followed by a full schedule on Saturday of performances by local artists, tours and refreshments.—
Doug Duran,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The Rangers celebrated their 1994 championship team before the game as part of the franchise's centennial celebration.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Here is a list from Players Tailgate of the food-industry stars participating in the 2026 bash.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Many of those groups are equity holders in various Fanatics businesses, and an even greater number feature heavily at events like Fanatics Fest, Rubin’s White Parties and his annual Super Bowl bash.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Reception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reception. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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