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accepting

Pronunciation: [əkˈsɛptɪŋ]

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Learn how to use accepting in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “agreeing to receive”

(verb) to agree to take something or believe in something. It’s like when someone offers you a toy, and you say yes because you want it.

Example

She is accepting the gift graciously.

Example

He is not accepting help, even though he really needs it.

Example

Are you accepting my invitation to the party?

Context: “tolerance”

(verb) to be okay with something and not getting upset about it. It's like when you see someone is different, and you are fine with that.

Example

They are accepting of different cultures in their community.

Example

She is not accepting of people who have different opinions.

Example

Is he accepting of the new rules at school?

How to pronounce accepting

Pronunciation: [əkˈsɛptɪŋ]

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