as in event
a social gathering
a wedding reception
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Recent Examples of reception
These pieces have occasionally sold for top dollar—one painting went for $425,000 at a gala in Cannes last year—but they have been met with a less warm reception from the press.
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Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
30 June 2026
The ceremony is scheduled for the evening with the reception running into the early morning of July 4, according to the source, and reports suggest there will be A-list performances along the way.
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Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
Mitchell wore the cover under her floor-length wedding gown during her ceremony and then with her shorter dress and Converse sneakers for her evening reception.
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Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
The reception is rumored to be at the five-star Savoy Palace hotel, where rooms go for about $350 a night.
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Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
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Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
30 June 2026
The ceremony is scheduled for the evening with the reception running into the early morning of July 4, according to the source, and reports suggest there will be A-list performances along the way.
—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
Mitchell wore the cover under her floor-length wedding gown during her ceremony and then with her shorter dress and Converse sneakers for her evening reception.
—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
The reception is rumored to be at the five-star Savoy Palace hotel, where rooms go for about $350 a night.
—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reception
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Greenwood is leading a series of high-profile events to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
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Fans from around the world attended the event, with many saying this World Cup has felt different.
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In movies, friendships end with a big blowup after there has been a significant betrayal by one party.
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Another climber, who was not part of the woman's party, happened to be nearby and was able to help the woman, remaining with her group until responders arrived, per the Forest Service.
Noun
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With stages stretching from Freedom Corner to the Point and crowds growing every year, Pittsburgh’s Juneteenth celebration has evolved into a centerpiece of the city’s summer calendar and a living testament to Black culture, commerce and community pride downtown.
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The 23rd annual Sacramento Juneteenth celebration filled William Land Park on Saturday with a parade of 15 contingents and a festival with educational exhibits on Black American history.
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The Twin Cities Irish Fest, formerly known as the Irish Fair of Minnesota, is hosting a block party bash as a celebration of the local Irish community and a fundraiser for the annual August festival.
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The Knicks’ parade was the 210th, coming after a bash for the WNBA’s New York Liberty in 2024.
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“Reception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reception. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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