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Recent Examples of accept Carter Cash’s children, Carlene Carter and John Carter Cash, were on hand to accept the induction news for their mother. Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2025 In an article from the Maryland Independent on April 25, 2003, the Charles County Sheriff’s Office said a 39-year-old woman accepted a ride after midnight on April 14, from a man driving a teal late-model Buick Skylark. Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 25 Mar. 2025 Some colleges do not accept the Common Application, including the University of California System, the service academies, MIT and Georgetown. Scott White, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025 Last year, the country accepted more than 100,000 refugees through the program. Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for accept
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accept
Verb
  • Roadside Attractions, Lionsgate and independent studio LD Entertainment are circling domestic rights, though a deal has yet to close.
    Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Zella Convertible Belt Bag This $22 option has the classic belt bag silhouette that looks natural with athleisure and travel outfits.
    Clint Davis, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The Netherlands has about 570 coffeeshops across 102 municipalities, where the sale of cannabis is tolerated under strict conditions.
    Dario Sabaghi, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Don’t Hesitate to Prune Significantly Butterfly bush tolerates extreme pruning with ease.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • If an attorney believes someone at the company is engaged in legally problematic conduct, the attorney has an obligation to raise the issue all the way up the organization’s highest authority if necessary.
    Chris Deubert, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • About six people, believed to be teenagers, fled the house and ran into the nearby Edenwald Houses, according to police sources.
    Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Her dog, Willow Jane, assumes the position and places her head in her palm.
    Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Never assume; repeat, ask them questions, be patient and laugh.
    Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • His journey—from a humble garage startup to being ousted from Apple, only to return and transform it into one of the most valuable companies in history—is a testament to the enduring power of storytelling.
    Brent Gleeson, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Anna Faris is finding gratitude after enduring hardship.
    Dory Jackson, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Medics took the man to Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital in critical but stable condition.
    Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The former executive chairman of Endeavor, which was taken private by Silver Lake earlier this week, is CEO of the new platform — which hasn’t yet settled on a name — in partnership with the giant investment fund that will focus on sports, media and entertainment businesses.
    Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The council’s decision comes after a lengthy discussion centered around the city’s Cannabis Opportunity Reinvestment and Equity program, an initiative that attempts to support communities disproportionately facing barriers to starting cannabis businesses.
    Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2025
  • The investment from Coral Tree will help accelerate the Innovative Artists Entertainment’s expansion by enhancing the resources to support its agents and a growing roster of talent.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • These moments reflect her inner conflicts, helping audiences understand her emotional journey.
    Jamie Lang, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
  • However, some of the following need to be considered to keep therapy ethical for all, regardless of the length of sessions: Clear Scope & Limitations: Clients must understand that micro-therapy is not a substitute for traditional therapy, particularly for deep trauma work.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 19 Mar. 2025

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“Accept.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accept. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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