receptive

Example Sentences

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“I feel no regret, but I feel amused at myself that I thought it was going to be an anodyne speech,” adding, “By the way, the audience was very receptive. It was widely misreported.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Success could yield more receptive audiences for China’s efforts to expand its economic reach, assert its interests and challenge the U.S. for global leadership.

From The Wall Street Journal

"It's about recognising it and being really honest with people. People are far more receptive to your honesty than you think they're going to be," she says.

From BBC

Beer drinkers are more receptive to Mexican brews than ever before.

From The Wall Street Journal

"The lads have been really receptive to us and I thank them for that. If we keep working in this way I'm excited for the future," Rosenior said.

From Barron's