receiving

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She said she had visited the hospital regularly while the princess was receiving treatment and had rushed there as soon as she had heard the news.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

"Upon receiving the official resolution from the PIPC, we expect that the facts will be clearly established through legal procedures," said Coupang.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Grant Thornton’s private equity-backed U.S. firm has acquired almost 20 fellow firms in its global network, with Australia expected to be the latest deal, since receiving a New Mountain Capital investment in 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

I have the choice of receiving either a pension of $2,900 per month, or $2,200 per month with an annual 3% increase.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

“Where is the justice in this world, I ask you? Governesses receiving mail! Ladies’ maids taking trips to the zoo!

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood