How to Use mixed reaction in a Sentence

mixed reaction

noun
  • But to Harbaugh’s point, the new rules did get at best mixed reaction from fans.
    — Brian Wacker, Baltimore Sun, 2 Aug. 2024
  • Kennedy's views have led to a mixed reaction across the political spectrum.
    — Dan Gorenstein, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
  • There was a mixed reaction in Flav’s replies representing both sides.
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 28 Jan. 2025
  • The plan has met a mixed reaction, with support from some corners and skepticism from others.
    — Jessie Yeung, CNN, 22 Aug. 2023
  • The reaction Critics have had a mixed reaction to the device.
    — Theara Coleman, theweek, 9 Feb. 2024
  • The stock market initially had a mixed reaction to the news, announced prior to trading.
    — Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Butler received a mixed reaction from the Miami crowd in his return.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 18 Jan. 2025
  • There has been a mixed reaction online, as some thought the item was overpriced, while others defended the price tag because the sweaters are so sought-after.
    — John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Kim Kardashian was met with a mixed reaction from the crowd at the Tom Brady roast on Sunday night.
    — Kimberly Nordyke, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 May 2024
  • The argument met with a mixed reaction, one that seemed to reflect the justices’ views of the underlying legal issue.
    — Adam Liptak, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2023
  • Check out the mixed reaction to Trump’s Kennedy Center attendance below.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 June 2025
  • But his return to the locker room might be met with a mixed reaction, with not everyone satisfied with the way Sinner’s case was handled.
    — Ben Church, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Lawmakers had a mixed reaction to Zelensky’s plan and whether it could be implemented.
    — Samya Kullab and Hanna Arhirova, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
  • In Texas, Griner’s case continued to get mixed reaction divided largely on party lines.
    — Kevin Sherrington, Dallas News, 8 June 2023
  • The offer is drawing mixed reaction; some praise the backup connectivity plan as handy for emergencies.
    — Michael Kan, PCMAG, 15 Jan. 2025
  • So far, there has been a mixed reaction to the development from other senior Russian officials.
    — Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
  • There were all these stories recalling the mixed reaction when Beyonce was on the CMAs.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 16 May 2024
  • American Airlines’ fourth quarter earnings report drew a mixed reaction.
    — Ted Reed, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
  • There seemed to be a mixed reaction in Dolla $ign’s comments section, as some fans are frustrated that Vultures 2 hasn’t landed yet.
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 8 July 2024
  • Housing has been proposed for the property, drawing a mixed reaction from locals, especially those who live adjacent to the tired retail center.
    — Samantha Gowen, Orange County Register, 18 Nov. 2024
  • Bailey’s adaptation of the titular character was widely praised by critics, although the movie as a whole got a decidedly mixed reaction.
    — David Goldman, CNN, 29 May 2023
  • Holden, the longtime Trickbot researcher, says Trickbot members have had mixed reaction to being unmasked.
    — Matt Burgess, WIRED, 30 Aug. 2023
  • There was a mixed reaction to Beyoncé's postponement in the comments section of her Instagram post.
    — John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
  • The invitation, intended to make the ceremony more inclusive, has drawn a mixed reaction in Britain and beyond.
    — Amanda Coletta, Washington Post, 5 May 2023
  • Dave Chappelle tackles the Israel-Hamas war onstage with a mixed reaction that included early exits.
    — Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2023
  • The race weekend, which has drawn mixed reaction from locals because of the road closures, returns to downtown Chicago for a third year on July 5 and 6.
    — Kim Quillen, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2025
  • During a previous episode, Colbert had joked that Prince William was having an affair and seemed to receive a mixed reaction from the audience.
    — Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Though Davis’ decision to memorialize her grandmother in this way has sparked interest online, it was initially met with a mixed reaction from her family.
    — Ashley Vega, People.com, 11 June 2025
  • The new pope’s online footprint was quickly dissected Thursday just minutes after he was elected the next head of the Catholic Church, sparking a mixed reaction from some on the right.
    — Zoë Richards, NBC news, 9 May 2025
  • The mixed reaction put attorneys for Dominion on the defensive during their post-trial interviews after the settlement was announced.
    — Stephen Battaglio, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2023

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