Sentences with receive
re·ceive
R r - They will receive their awards at a ceremony in Stockholm. [VERB noun]
- He received more of the blame than anyone when the plan failed to work. [VERB noun]
- In AM, use handle
- The following evening the duchess was again receiving guests. [VERB noun]
- The resolution had been received with great disappointment within the PLO. [be VERB-ed preposition/adverb]
- The reception was a little faint but clear enough for him to receive the signal. [VERB noun]
- To receive a crack on the skull
- He was received into the priesthood
- To receive acclaim
- To receive a blow
- All four wheels receive the weight equally
- A performance that was well received
- To receive news
- A cistern receives rainwater
- To receive many gifts.
- To receive an honorary degree.
- To receive a letter.
- To receive instructions; to receive news.
- To receive a heavy load.
- The nut receives a bolt and a washer. The plaster receives the impression of the mold.
- To receive an idea.
- A priest received his confession.
- To receive attention.
- He received a terrific blow on the forehead.
- They received their neighbors on Sunday.
- They received us at the front door.
- The butler received him and asked him to wait in the drawing room.
- To receive someone into the group.
- A principle universally received.
- To receive a proposal with contempt; She received the job offer with joy.
- He receives every Sunday.