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reception

[ri-sep-shuhn] / rɪˈsɛp ʃən /


NOUN
celebratory party
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
disacknowledgment


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The strong reception comes after enthusiasm for AI companies and chip hardware helped the S&P 500 and the tech-laden Nasdaq composite rebound quickly from Iran war concerns and soar to new records.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The Dodgers’ recovering utilityman struggled to encapsulate his feelings about the reception.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Friday's schedule will involve further talks between the two top leaders, as well as a tea reception, before Trump boards Air Force One for his flight back to Washington.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Bettan faced a mixed reception at Tuesday's semi-final.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

There, she had electricity, cell phone reception, and, most important, air-conditioning.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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