Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receptivities
Noun
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Our legal and historical notions of agency have long depended on physical embodiment—the sanctity of a single, identifiable body.—
Dan Turello,
New Yorker,
10 Jan. 2026 -
But a more recent line of research has pushed back against these notions, using statistical analysis to suggest that the apparent variations in response are just the result of measurement error and day-to-day biological variability.—
Outside,
Outside,
6 Jan. 2026
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Their convictions came nearly two years after the couple’s death.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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Thousands of immigrants without proper legal status have been arrested in Colorado over the past year, most of whom had no prior criminal convictions.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
15 Jan. 2026
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The latter movie musical, directed and co-written by Mona Fastvold, tells the story of the titular founder of the Shakers, who brought her religious beliefs from England to America in the 18th century.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Candid figure on war, civil rights and religion Beyond the boxing ring, Ali was outspoken about his beliefs when many Black Americans were still fighting to be heard.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Justice Sonia Sotomayor offered sharp commentary on Tuesday about the Supreme Court‘s recent rulings, claiming the high court has adopted several past dissenting opinions as new rulings.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Jan. 2026
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As that becomes more developed, more enlightened, as new discoveries are made, new truths discovered and manners and opinions change, with the change of circumstances, institutions must advance also to keep pace with the times.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
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The book also shines a prominent light on how attitudes toward certain drugs have changed over time by showing when and where they were embraced.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
12 Jan. 2026
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However, the recent flood of Gen Z workers into the education non-profit could reflect broader attitudes towards work and an uncertain labor market.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Beating Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday in the Carabao Cup semi-final would be an excellent way to start changing minds.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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In a recent oral history of the show for Yahoo Entertainment, it was revealed that creators David Angell, Peter Casey, and David Lee originally intended for Maris to be part of the show's action, but the audience reaction to her changed their minds.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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These unobstructed views provide a backdrop for the living room, kitchen and primary suite in a home that has been cherished by the Clark family for many years, according to public records and news archives.—
Sandra Barrera,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026
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The clip, which has amassed over 14 million views and nearly 3 million likes, shows the little girl, who was only 4 days old at the time, with a grumpy expression on her face as her brother leans in for the smooch.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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What sets the castle apart from other viewpoints and landmarks?—
Alia Akkam,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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While a strike or lockout isn’t imminent, the sides could change their viewpoints.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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