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receives

  • present tense form of receive (3rd person singular).

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The Bangladeshi government has said it will ensure Hasina receives due legal process in all cases against her should she return.

From Barron's Jul. 29, 2026

The three scrape by on the $90 Boonma receives each month for her work, her parents’ combined $50 old-age allowance from the government and money sent by her own adult son and daughter.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

The pier receives an average of 27,000 to 38,000 visitors per day, translating to more than 10 million visitors annually, according to Pacific Park.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

Lidl says it's "committed to ensuring that everyone receives the reasonable adjustments, clear communication and support they need to thrive."

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

When Stephanie receives her award and joins us back in the contestant line, she hugs each and every one of us.

From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles