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acceptance

[ak-sep-tuhns, ik-] / ækˈsɛp təns, ɪk- /




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However, that delicacy around discussing the flaws of Black art can, as Adams considered, illustrate a propriety to the white for the sake of white acceptance.

From Salon ● Oct. 19, 2026

However, none of these ideas has gained universal acceptance.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026

The format itself is less appealing to many younger viewers, who prefer to watch clips of performances, acceptance speeches and red carpet walks on their phone rather than sit through a three-hour ceremony.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2026

Ticket acceptance is in place on alternative routes including the East Coast Main Line, and Midland Main Line via Sheffield.

From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2026

There’s the acceptance letter to the University of Washington, folded up small.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti

When he was the director of international student services at Syracuse University, Juan Tavares received a regular Saturday email from the dean of admissions reporting the tally of student applications, acceptances and enrollment deposits.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026

According to Ucas, engineering and technology subjects saw the biggest growth in university acceptances, up 16% from last year.

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

UniCredit received valid acceptances for its offer for Commerzbank of 10.9% as of Tuesday, which add to its existing direct stake of 26.8%, according to a regulatory filing published by the Italian bank.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026

Then, in 2020, Alex was set to graduate at the top of his class and had racked up a slew of college acceptances, including a full ride to Harvard University.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 11, 2025

As all of these financial shenanigans were happening—offers, discussions, negotiations, acceptances, and then rejections—Bobby was going his own way but under the influence and guidance of the Church.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady


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