as in salute
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
we said our hellos and got right down to business
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Recent Examples of hello
So in 2025, my wish is for some exciting hellos and for the next generation to get a chance to shine.
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Emily Olsen, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Kronos goodbye and hello The Kronos Quartet said farewell to two core members, violinist John Sherba and violist Hank Dutt, at the group’s annual San Francisco festival in June.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Another round of hellos are exchanged before talk turns to the restaurant.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 5 Dec. 2024
There are polite hellos and comfortable understandings that the day will go on like any other family holiday, for the sake of being together on a special occasion.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
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Emily Olsen, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Kronos goodbye and hello The Kronos Quartet said farewell to two core members, violinist John Sherba and violist Hank Dutt, at the group’s annual San Francisco festival in June.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Another round of hellos are exchanged before talk turns to the restaurant.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 5 Dec. 2024
There are polite hellos and comfortable understandings that the day will go on like any other family holiday, for the sake of being together on a special occasion.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hello
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In January, Musk was accused of making a Nazi-style salute at President Donald Trump's inauguration, sparking widespread criticism and debate.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Aug. 2025
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That salute will also encompass awards to BMI’s R&B/hip-hop songwriter, producer and publisher of the year in addition to recognizing the year’s top producers.—
Gail Mitchell,
Billboard,
29 July 2025
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More active travelers may also consider a few sun salutations on the outdoor movement deck.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
16 July 2025
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She was seated near me, and appeared to be either a celebrity or the mayor, so frequent were the salutations from passersby.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 June 2025
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This heritage home sits along a quiet side street shaded by banyan trees in one of Havana's poshest neighborhoods, with white columns and an ample patio with rocking chairs greeting guests.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Aug. 2025
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Cambodian officials say their soldiers approached the Thai position with friendly intentions to offer post-fighting greetings, while Thai officials said the Cambodians appeared to have hostile intent and entered what Thailand considers its territory, so were taken prisoner.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Aug. 2025
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Create Account With DraftKings Promo Code Click here to start up a new account and instantly receive your welcome offer.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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Hong Kong and global film icon Jackie Chan received a Career Leopard award on Saturday night and an enthusiastic welcome at the 78th edition of the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Aug. 2025
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“Hello.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hello. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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