… his stark and devastating description of Vichy collaborationism (which he based on German and American archives) was rather badly received in France … Stanley Hoffmann, New York Times Book Review, 1 Nov. 1981George, white-gloved, with a gardenia in his buttonhole, stood with his mother and the Major, embowered in the big red and gold drawing room downstairs, to "receive" the guests; and, standing thus together, the trio offered a picturesque example of good looks persistent through three generations. Booth Tarkington, The Magnificent Ambersons, 1918From this time the astronomer was received into familiar friendship, and partook of all their projects and pleasures: his respect kept him attentive, and the activity of Rasselas did not leave much time unengaged. Samuel Johnson, Rasselas, 1759 You will be charged a late fee if the electric company does not receive your payment on time. I received a letter from her yesterday. You will receive a discount if you spend over $100. She received the news of his death with remarkable calmness. See More
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Anglo-French receivre, from Latin recipere, from re- + capere to take — more at heave entry 1