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Generally accepted as correct or true
“This has been the received wisdom of our culture, repeated with little variation by historians.”
Used or accepted broadly
Being predominant across, or applying to, a broad spectrum
Received
Kept in one's possession
Given hospitality
Brought in
Earned
Having undergone initiation
Soaked up
Publicly acknowledged to be
To have received a particular treatment
(of news or an event) To have reacted in a specified way
“I would receive his uninspiring remarks with feigned interest.”
To have accepted or received, typically something awarded
“The best player of the season will receive a prestigious award.”
To have invited someone somewhere
To have consulted with a client as a professional
To have consulted with a client as a professional
To have allowed or had room for
“He is still recovering from surgery, and at this point in time, will not receive visitors.”
(something communicated) Past tense for to be made aware of
“I expect to receive news of my dear mother within the next day or two.”
(specified treatment) Past tense for to be subjected to
“He would receive an ankle injury after tripping over.”
(a guest or visitor) Past tense for to formally give admittance to
“If you proceed to the church, the young man standing at the door will receive you.”
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