well-received
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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However, the second entry wasn’t particularly well-received by critics and its worldwide box office fell well short of its predecessor.
From Los Angeles Times
Given the performance of recently listed Chinese chip designers, Kunlunxin’s IPO will also likely be well-received by investors, they say.
In the 1950s, Barbara Pym’s wry novels of manners were well-received, but in later decades, even with the help of her friend Philip Larkin, she couldn’t find a publisher.
The movie was profitable and well-received, but would make its lasting impact in the years to come as rock fans and rock stars watched and re-watched “This Is Spinal Tap” on their VCRs.
Marie Lee, a retiree who was born and raised in Lakeview, said it initially seemed like a ridiculous idea that wouldn’t be well-received in their predominantly conservative community.
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