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receiver general

American  

noun

receivers general plural
  1. a public official in charge of the government's treasury.


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Etymology

Origin of receiver general

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Example Sentences

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Israel's embassy in Paris said it was waiting to receive details from the French probe before conducting its own investigation.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Detectives said they were "grateful for the public's patience" and were "continuing to receive details that may assist our searches".

From BBC • May 3, 2024

Seattleites interested in attending a taping of a Season 2 episode can sign up to receive details when they’re available at bit.ly/HomemadeLiveAudience.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 2, 2024

The PGA Tour did not receive details on the nature of the injury.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 19, 2021

Under cross-examination, he said that while the board did not receive details about bankruptcy, there were references to such a contingency in LaPierre’s employment agreement approved by the board in January.

From Washington Post • Apr. 6, 2021

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