receive
Example Sentences
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They were briefly allowed to return to their apartment that evening, only to receive instructions to leave again early Friday.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
"In light of this, we were surprised to receive your letter, particularly as the concerns you have now raised were not mentioned at any stage during your half-an-hour conversation with Nigel and Rob."
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Lucas will also receive more of his inheritance once he reaches adulthood.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
“More broadly, everyone deserves to be able to seek and receive the healthcare that they need without fear that they, their parents or their doctors are going to be prosecuted for it.”
From Salon • May 22, 2026
“I was just leaving,” I tell her, and receive a small nod of approval in return.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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