mixed reaction

noun

: a variety of responses among people

There has been a mixed reaction to the new policy.

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The offer is drawing mixed reaction; some praise the backup connectivity plan as handy for emergencies. —

Michael Kan, PCMAG, 15 Jan. 2025 There was a mixed reaction to Beyoncé's postponement in the comments section of her Instagram post. —

John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025 Her clip received a mixed reaction on social media. —

Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024 With a government shutdown looming, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) released his continuing resolution to fund the government this week to a mixed reaction from his party. —

Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mixed reaction

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