acceptance
noun
the act of taking or receiving something offered.
acceptances
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pluralof acceptance.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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That shift, highlighting acceptances instead of rejections, is an appeal for many young people.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
And acceptances at lower-tariff universities fell by 1.7% year-on-year.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
But the biggest increase in acceptances was for the most selective, "higher-tariff" universities – such as those in the Russell Group.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
He chose the program over traditional acceptances, some with scholarships and honors, including at the University of South Carolina, Seton Hall and University of Tennessee.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
As all of these financial shenanigans were happening—offers, discussions, negotiations, acceptances, and then rejections—Bobby was going his own way but under the influence and guidance of the Church.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
