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Recent Examples of receptivity
Though most people understand the need for sunscreen, many don’t realize that the brain, like the skin, is an organ with exquisite receptivity to the outside world.
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Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 1 May 2026
Sometimes these shifts are small, noticeable only to the character experiencing them, as when an impending hurricane heightens the narrator’s receptivity to the minor mysteries of humble objects.
—Hannah Gold, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Sometimes, what needs to be said will be heard best later — after emotions settle and receptivity returns.
—Glenn Kurlander, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
That’s a good thing, as the challenges today are no less significant and will require not just receptivity and flexibility, but agility and urgency.
—David Rosowsky, Forbes.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Qualities often seen in children – such as humility, receptivity, and purity – open us to the spiritual sense of what is real.
—Monica Passaglia, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Dec. 2025
The solstice naturally pulls us toward rest and receptivity; this ritual simply creates a pocket of stillness where the subtle can speak.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2025
This result suggests that the pathway regulates uterine receptivity.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Dec. 2025
The early read sees consumer receptivity to new product launches, and a return to strength in wholesale momentum.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 12 Dec. 2025
Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 1 May 2026
Sometimes these shifts are small, noticeable only to the character experiencing them, as when an impending hurricane heightens the narrator’s receptivity to the minor mysteries of humble objects.
—Hannah Gold, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Sometimes, what needs to be said will be heard best later — after emotions settle and receptivity returns.
—Glenn Kurlander, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
That’s a good thing, as the challenges today are no less significant and will require not just receptivity and flexibility, but agility and urgency.
—David Rosowsky, Forbes.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Qualities often seen in children – such as humility, receptivity, and purity – open us to the spiritual sense of what is real.
—Monica Passaglia, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Dec. 2025
The solstice naturally pulls us toward rest and receptivity; this ritual simply creates a pocket of stillness where the subtle can speak.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2025
This result suggests that the pathway regulates uterine receptivity.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Dec. 2025
The early read sees consumer receptivity to new product launches, and a return to strength in wholesale momentum.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 12 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for receptivity
Noun
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His receptiveness and work are making an impression.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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As the number of men sharing beauty content online grew, so did brands' receptiveness to partnering with male makeup artists for partnerships.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
Noun
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This can cause tooth sensitivity and pain when consuming hot or cold food and drinks.—
Allison Forsyth,
Health,
12 June 2026
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Eating a donut earlier in the day is easier on your body than eating it at night when insulin sensitivity and metabolism slow.—
Brandi Jones,
Verywell Health,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Sacramento boasts a Rainbow Chamber of Commerce, where businesses can register and increase their awareness via the member directory.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Major League Baseball breaks out pink bats every Mother’s Day for breast cancer awareness.—
David K. Li,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Symptoms of heat stroke include loss of consciousness, confusion, slurred speech, profuse sweating, hot or dry skin or seizures.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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These fictional interactions challenge assumptions about relationships and consciousness, allowing authors to ask how universal our values really are.—
Alexandra Oliva,
The Atlantic,
12 June 2026
Noun
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This is a man who spent more than three months last summer in a Zen monastery learning mindfulness techniques and proprioception awareness.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
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Includes daily yoga and mindfulness classes, in addition to holistic spa services.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
Noun
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The perception of aliveness is part of what keeps us alive.—
Jenny Odell,
Longreads,
2 June 2026
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As such, the primary goal of introducing novelty into a relationship is simply to reintroduce aliveness.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
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That attentiveness has allowed the family to build meaningful connections with both children, despite the challenges that come with their condition.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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As for Cameron, his character development is measured by his increasing attentiveness to janitorial duties.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Receptivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receptivity. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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