She was being helped into her gown in preparation for some special grand reception.

He may wish to prepare a special reception for her.

The wine list is offered to conference delegates, mature students at summer schools and guests who attend special receptions such as military reunions.

Tom has promised a special reception to the big winner.

And at the end he spoke to the fans, thanking them for the "special" reception in the hotel that morning.

The parade culminated in a special reception at the stadium, where 40,000 who claimed free tickets for the event were waiting.

The $100,000 endowment and award was announced at a special reception in Toronto on April 3, 2011.

Throughout the year, the gallery hosts special receptions and openings for artists' new works.

At a special reception presided over by the chancellor, she met a major figure from an avant-garde wing of the philosophy department.

If it is true, they'll be waiting with open arms and give you a very special reception, one with-every trick they can muster.