as in events
a social gathering
a wedding reception
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Recent Examples of receptions
Cooper, meanwhile, racked up 69 receptions for 937 yards and a stunning 13 touchdowns during the Hoosiers' title-winning season.
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Andrew McCarty, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
In 2025, Boyd earned Star-Telegram All-Area First Team honors, tallying 1,478 yards and 18 TDs on 89 receptions despite constant double-teams.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
In 1847, the palazzo reopened as a stage for salons, debates, and grand receptions.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
Greg Bovino, Border Patrol’s former commander at large, with the big coat that definitely does not give off a Nazi vibe, got one of the noisiest, rock-star receptions at CPAC when he was brought on stage by podcaster Benny Johnson.
—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 30 Mar. 2026
Thomas led the team in receptions (53) and receiving yards (528), while also helping out on kick returns.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
Overall, Moore has 209 receptions, 2,274 yards, and nine touchdowns in 70 games in his career.
—Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
However, his production over his five-year career is limited, with only 38 receptions, 417 yards and three receiving touchdowns.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
The 24-year-old set the team record for yards receiving (1,793) and receptions (119) in a single season en route to winning AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award last season.
—Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026
Andrew McCarty, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
In 2025, Boyd earned Star-Telegram All-Area First Team honors, tallying 1,478 yards and 18 TDs on 89 receptions despite constant double-teams.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
In 1847, the palazzo reopened as a stage for salons, debates, and grand receptions.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
Greg Bovino, Border Patrol’s former commander at large, with the big coat that definitely does not give off a Nazi vibe, got one of the noisiest, rock-star receptions at CPAC when he was brought on stage by podcaster Benny Johnson.
—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 30 Mar. 2026
Thomas led the team in receptions (53) and receiving yards (528), while also helping out on kick returns.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
Overall, Moore has 209 receptions, 2,274 yards, and nine touchdowns in 70 games in his career.
—Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
However, his production over his five-year career is limited, with only 38 receptions, 417 yards and three receiving touchdowns.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
The 24-year-old set the team record for yards receiving (1,793) and receptions (119) in a single season en route to winning AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award last season.
—Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receptions
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Tune Into the Rhythm of Filipino Festivals After a nearly three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, festivals across the Philippines are once again taking the stage, filling up the events calendar with vivacious celebrations of local culture and tradition.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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March's meteor madness March had several notable fireball events.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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In 2018, some involved in O'Rourke's campaign told Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink that there was little to no support from the state and national parties.—
Nathalie Marie Palacios,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The parties have the right to appeal.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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Pakistani weddings are often elaborate, multi-day celebrations that place strong emphasis on visual storytelling, color and cultural symbolism.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Within days, statues were removed and celebrations cancelled or renamed, including events tied to the federal César Chavez Day on March 31.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Check out the full list of this year’s biggest bashes.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Mar. 2026
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The result Saturday was a mid-winter party that felt different than any of their previous bashes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Receptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receptions. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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