Sentences with received
re·ceived
R r - He was among the first to question the received wisdom of the time.
- received wisdom
- A received moral idea.
- 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.