receiving

Example Sentences

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Police arrived within two minutes of receiving the calls.

From Los Angeles Times

Participation increased the chances of receiving weight related care by 23%.

From Science Daily

With a Welsh flag fluttering above her wheelchair, Avril "fell in love" with Philadelphia and its people, receiving the warmest of welcomes.

From BBC

After receiving the award, the boy said: "Even to this day, I don't see it as a big deal but from other people's perspective it is."

From BBC

Newsom said Friday that the decline reflects years of expanded state investment in shelter, housing and behavioral healthcare, combined with stricter expectations for local governments receiving state funds.

From Los Angeles Times