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a social gathering
a wedding reception
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Recent Examples of receptions
As a rookie, Worthy topped the Chiefs’ wide receivers corps in receptions last season, with 59.
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Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Sep. 2025
Ford had three receptions for 82 yards and two touchdowns, including a 60-yard catch late in the first quarter — a one-play TD drive.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
Gunter totaled 134 receiving yards on three catches, while Boyd added five grabs for 73 yards and Knowles had 83 yards on a pair of receptions.
—Mike Waters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
After warm receptions in Italy, which films on the 2025 lineup will find their way into the awards race?
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Plus, Meyers may have priced himself out of the Raiders' range after hauling in 87 receptions for 1,027 yards and four touchdowns last season.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
From the photographers in the atrium to the champagne receptions, the sense of ceremony adds to the atmosphere.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Smith will continue to generate plenty of attention after having 76 receptions for 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns last season.
—Joe Reedy, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
During his two seasons with the Panthers, Thielen led the team in receptions (151) and receiving yards (1,629).
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2025
Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Sep. 2025
Ford had three receptions for 82 yards and two touchdowns, including a 60-yard catch late in the first quarter — a one-play TD drive.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
Gunter totaled 134 receiving yards on three catches, while Boyd added five grabs for 73 yards and Knowles had 83 yards on a pair of receptions.
—Mike Waters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
After warm receptions in Italy, which films on the 2025 lineup will find their way into the awards race?
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Plus, Meyers may have priced himself out of the Raiders' range after hauling in 87 receptions for 1,027 yards and four touchdowns last season.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
From the photographers in the atrium to the champagne receptions, the sense of ceremony adds to the atmosphere.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Smith will continue to generate plenty of attention after having 76 receptions for 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns last season.
—Joe Reedy, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
During his two seasons with the Panthers, Thielen led the team in receptions (151) and receiving yards (1,629).
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receptions
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Geneva Watch Days opened last Thursday with a slew of new introductions that added substance and excitement to the weekend of events seminars, roundtables and events focused on the world of luxury watches.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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In Canada, Angelina Jolie, Maude Apatow and Leslie Mann attend events at the Toronto International Film Festival.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Big-name candidates and national attention are shifting the political dynamics of gubernatorial races across the country, posing challenges and opportunities for both parties.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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Why is this a big move from both parties?—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The conference has had issues in the past of opposing players or staffers getting trapped in the celebrations.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Disney In a video released today, Disney confirmed that the castle will be returning to its original blue and silver color scheme now that the celebrations are over.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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In one iconic shot, Swift bashes in the hood of sports car in the mansion's motor court.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Receptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receptions. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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