receiving

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Despite receiving admission offers from Finnish institutions, five of them were denied residence permits because of "insufficient financial proof" and "delayed documentation", the students say.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

After receiving his PhD and completing a postdoctoral program, Armin was in between jobs when he received a research grant in November.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Meta made a $22.4 million tax payment to the parish in May, with the local school district receiving over 50% of it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The list of potential drawbacks for communities receiving a data center are plentiful.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

He was in such a twist, shouting that I would be receiving a call from America.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin