as in open
willing to consider new or different ideas
needed a partner who was receptive to new ways of managing the business
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Recent Examples of receptive
Keep communication lines open Even if the last interaction was an uncomfortable one, rise up to the occasion and keep the lines of communication open and receptive.
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Paige Francis, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
To become part of their community immigrants must interact and partner with their neighbors, said Singh, who added he's seen Indianapolis become more receptive to different cultures.
—Alexandria Burris, IndyStar, 3 July 2025
Texans have also recently been receptive to ballot referendums, approving 13 of the 14 constitutional amendments on the ballot in 2023.
—Ryan Hopper, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Lebanon's announcement stated Walmart was highly receptive to the city's concerns and shared ideas and goals.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Paige Francis, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
To become part of their community immigrants must interact and partner with their neighbors, said Singh, who added he's seen Indianapolis become more receptive to different cultures.
—Alexandria Burris, IndyStar, 3 July 2025
Texans have also recently been receptive to ballot referendums, approving 13 of the 14 constitutional amendments on the ballot in 2023.
—Ryan Hopper, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Lebanon's announcement stated Walmart was highly receptive to the city's concerns and shared ideas and goals.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for receptive
open
Adjective
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Stay away from open fields, hill summits, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 July 2025
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There are two outside receiver spots open around McConkey, the Chargers’ No. 1 option, who is at his best in the slot.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
19 July 2025
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“Receptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receptive. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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