receiving

Example Sentences

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She was also the highest-paid executive at SpaceX last year, receiving total compensation of $85.8 million, according to SpaceX’s regulatory filings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Allison Janney was a guest of honor, receiving the Lifetime of Culture award.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“In practice, subsidy mechanics largely insulate consumers from premium volatility, with more than 90% of ACA enrollees receiving subsidies,” the note says.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

But more often, people on the receiving end just feel like something is . . . off.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

“Shortly after receiving your card which I had looked at only hurriedly, someone brought in a paper with the headline about the plane crash.”

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield