recipient
noun
recipients
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pluralof recipient.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It can also be much more expensive to deliver eldercare if the care recipients are spread out over many miles of roads.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 1, 2026
The risk calculation changes for those at significantly higher risk of severe complications of cyclosporiasis, such as organ-transplant recipients, those undergoing chemotherapy or people with other immune disorders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
Across all levels of honours at New Year 2026, 38% of recipients were from working class backgrounds, matching the national figure of 37%.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
The checks never reached their destination and were deposited into a JPMorgan Chase account not associated with any of the intended recipients, the Justice Department said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
Payment recipients can use the money in their account for online purchases or payments, can receive the payment from PayPal by check, or can have PayPal directly deposit the money into a checking account.
From "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L. Friedman
