as in event
a social gathering
a wedding reception
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Listen to this article A reception at Gracie Mansion for the Greek-American community set for Thursday in advance of the group’s annual parade has stirred controversy after senior Adams administration officials revoked an award for one of the honorees at the last minute.
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Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2025
After a rapturous reception at this year’s Academy Awards, emcee Conan O’Brien will return to the Dolby Theatre for the 98th Oscars on March 15, 2026.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 17 Mar. 2025
The reception opened with the couple’s close friend, Eliot Sumner, singing two songs.
—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
Last season, Chase won the receiving triple crown by leading the league in receptions (127), receiving yards (1,708) and receiving touchdowns (17).
—Jacob Lev, CNN, 17 Mar. 2025
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Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2025
After a rapturous reception at this year’s Academy Awards, emcee Conan O’Brien will return to the Dolby Theatre for the 98th Oscars on March 15, 2026.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 17 Mar. 2025
The reception opened with the couple’s close friend, Eliot Sumner, singing two songs.
—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
Last season, Chase won the receiving triple crown by leading the league in receptions (127), receiving yards (1,708) and receiving touchdowns (17).
—Jacob Lev, CNN, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reception
Noun
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Such violent celestial events may have left a clue in ancient rocks in the form of a rare element.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN,
22 Mar. 2025
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Schimel earlier this week campaigned with Donald Trump Jr. at an event where the president's son said electing Schimel was essential for protecting Trump's agenda.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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The Recruit followed Owen Hendricks (Centineo), a CIA lawyer, who becomes involved in massive international conflicts with dangerous parties after an asset tries to expose their relationship to the agency.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Mar. 2025
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The outlet reported that Sanchez had two engagement parties – one in Beverly Hills and another in Positano, Italy.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Take a closer look at Niecy Nash’s birthday bash look below.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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This year, Nocona’s party planners expected a couple thousand people on March 1, many driving long distances to experience this hidden gem of a bash.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Reception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reception. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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