receiving

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Luka Doncic is receiving medical treatment in Europe to repair a strained hamstring with the hope of returning to the Lakers before the playoffs start.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

He lives walking distance from the sand in Hermosa Beach, which means he’ll be receiving even more lessons when top beach players are training under his father this summer.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Despite receiving pay rises worth 33% over the past four years, the BMA argues that doctors are still being paid a fifth less than they were in 2008 once inflation is taken into account.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The suspension followed Pakistan’s mediation and Trump receiving what he described as a “workable” 10-point plan from Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Friends and advisors reminded him that if he accepted, he’d be the only chess player ever to have a ticker-tape parade, and probably there’d never be another chess player receiving the distinction.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady