as in events
a social gathering
a wedding reception
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Recent Examples of receptions
In 28 games with the Chiefs, Rice has 156 receptions for 1,797 yards and 14 touchdowns.
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Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
The Seattle Seahawks wide receiver led the NFL with 1,793 receiving yards while racking up 119 receptions, 10 of which were for scores.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Overall, Njoku had 384 receptions for 4,062 yards and 34 touchdown catches in 118 games, including 88 starts, over nine seasons with the Browns.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
Ruiz led the team in receptions while Saunders and Dowdell finished among the team leaders in interceptions.
—Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 17 May 2026
Drake London is fighting for receptions (as in answering calls like a receptionist).
—Jayna Bardahl, New York Times, 15 May 2026
For a dressier option that’s fit for dance floors, wedding receptions, and fancy dinner reservations, look no further than the Amazon Essentials Classic Penny Loafers, now on sale for just $30.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
Atwell has the most receptions, having caught 105 passes for 1,535 yards and six touchdowns in his five seasons.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
As the warm welcomes, teas and receptions continue, news comes in from across the ocean.
—Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
The Seattle Seahawks wide receiver led the NFL with 1,793 receiving yards while racking up 119 receptions, 10 of which were for scores.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Overall, Njoku had 384 receptions for 4,062 yards and 34 touchdown catches in 118 games, including 88 starts, over nine seasons with the Browns.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
Ruiz led the team in receptions while Saunders and Dowdell finished among the team leaders in interceptions.
—Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 17 May 2026
Drake London is fighting for receptions (as in answering calls like a receptionist).
—Jayna Bardahl, New York Times, 15 May 2026
For a dressier option that’s fit for dance floors, wedding receptions, and fancy dinner reservations, look no further than the Amazon Essentials Classic Penny Loafers, now on sale for just $30.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
Atwell has the most receptions, having caught 105 passes for 1,535 yards and six touchdowns in his five seasons.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
As the warm welcomes, teas and receptions continue, news comes in from across the ocean.
—Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receptions
Noun
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About 1,000 children with intellectual disabilities from 26 states and Canada who ranged in age from 8 to 18 gathered at Soldier Field in Chicago to compete in 200 events.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Three species of bats inhabit the site, and supernatural events—including the appearance of the gamekeeper’s ghost and the wail of a banshee—have been reported.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2026
Noun
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There’s a friendly reception area with a giant chalkboard informing guests of local events, ranging from in-house parties to full moon nights at the Acropolis and big name gigs by the touring artists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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The surrogacy process has safeguards in place to ensure the safety of all parties involved.—
Ann Marie Luft,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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Texas lawmakers established the commission through Senate Bill 1350 during last year’s 89th legislative session to coordinate celebrations for the big anniversary.—
Brayden Garcia
May 19,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2026
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Taylor and James kicked off a night of celebrations by dancing to Can't Take My Eyes Off You by Frankie Valli.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Go on fungi-finding forays with truffle-sniffing dogs at the Oregon Truffle Festival, or attend epicurean bashes like Alt Wine Fest, Queer Wine Fest, AAPI Food & Wine Festival, and the International Pinot Noir Celebration.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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Since 2000, she's reigned as Queen of Halloween with her extravagant bashes.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
7 May 2026
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“Receptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receptions. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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