as in open
willing to consider new or different ideas
needed a partner who was receptive to new ways of managing the business
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Recent Examples of receptive
Jankay’s parents haven’t been as receptive.
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Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
While some voters have been willing to forgive players whose performance-enhancing drug use predated MLB’s drug policy, players who tested positive after the fact have generally found a much less receptive electorate.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 18 Jan. 2026
In a panel discussion with teachers across multiple grade levels and subjects, some said their students were receptive and even thankful to see the new policy enforced.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2026
Johnson’s intense, tough-love approach was necessary, and by all accounts, Williams has been receptive.
—Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
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Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
While some voters have been willing to forgive players whose performance-enhancing drug use predated MLB’s drug policy, players who tested positive after the fact have generally found a much less receptive electorate.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 18 Jan. 2026
In a panel discussion with teachers across multiple grade levels and subjects, some said their students were receptive and even thankful to see the new policy enforced.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2026
Johnson’s intense, tough-love approach was necessary, and by all accounts, Williams has been receptive.
—Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for receptive
open
Adjective
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Also, to reduce energy bills, open shades if the sun's out, close them at night, and unplug electronics that are plugged in but not on.—
Marissa Sulek,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Embracing this practice also means having open conversations about long‑term care, powers of attorney, and estate plans before they’re needed; the kind of groundwork that gives families confidence and reduces stress when life inevitably shifts.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Receptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receptive. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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