with open arms

idiom

: in a very kind and friendly way
We were welcomed back with open arms.

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While Wilson has dealt with his fair share of struggles with the Denver Broncos and the Pittsburgh Steelers over the past few seasons, he's been welcomed with open arms in New York. Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025 So, will Kate forgive Claire and welcome her with open arms, or slam the door in her face? Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 13 June 2025 As for her legions of gay fans, who found commonality in her struggles, Garland welcomed them with open arms. Rance Collins, IndieWire, 9 June 2025 The club’s famously passionate fans, thrilled by the furious reaction to the switch back in Paris, welcomed him with open arms. Tom Williams, New York Times, 9 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for with open arms

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“With open arms.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/with%20open%20arms. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.

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