reception
noun
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Reception is the noun form of receive. So at a formal reception, guests are received or welcomed or "taken in". A bad TV reception means the signal isn't being received well. When a new novel receives good reviews, we say it has met with a good critical reception. If it gets a poor reception, on the other hand, that's the same as saying that it wasn't well-received.
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Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Apr. 2024
Weight: 247 pounds. ▪ 2023 stats: 12 games played, 41 receptions, 576 yards, five touchdowns.
—Daniel Oyefusi, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2024
For the reception, the bride changed into a shorter dress to cut the cake.
—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 19 Apr. 2024
For the reception, the family performed a dance together wearing traditional Hawaiian costumes.
—Emily Strohm, Peoplemag, 18 Apr. 2024
Other well-being activities can be booked through the spa reception, including yoga, a personal trainer, and running and cycling tours throughout the city.
—Nora Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2024
The strong reception in places like New Hampshire may signal an opening for the GOP in the race for the White House and down the ballot.
—USA TODAY, 17 Apr. 2024
The reception on social media gave White the courage to be open and honest about her experience.
—Marissa Evans, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
During the Chiefs’ run to the Super Bowl championship last year, Rice added 26 receptions for 262 yards with a touchdown.
—Jesse Newell, Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2024
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“Reception.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reception. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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