as in to embrace
to receive or accept gladly or readily
the eager recruits welcomed every new project with which they were presented
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as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a welcome chance to rest after a long journey
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as in salute
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
offered a warm welcome to the stranger
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Recent Examples of welcome
Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
Renowned for its primate population, rich Gola Forest, and 2025 inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the island is ripe to welcome visitors.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2025
Ben Jones, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Visitors are welcome to use the public parking lots, bathrooms, showers, and the paved walkway that runs the entire length of the beach.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
After providing his red-carpeted welcome to Vladimir Putin in Alaska last month to discuss ending the Ukraine war, President Donald Trump oddly and approvingly quoted the Russian leader’s advice for the United States.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Tatum and ex-wife Jenna Dewan welcomed their daughter in 2013 before separating in 2018.
—Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
Renowned for its primate population, rich Gola Forest, and 2025 inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the island is ripe to welcome visitors.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Still, the new trains are expected to be a welcome improvement for travelers on the busy Northeast Corridor, even if the broader prospects for high-speed rail in the United States remain dim.
—Ben Jones, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Visitors are welcome to use the public parking lots, bathrooms, showers, and the paved walkway that runs the entire length of the beach.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
Forget the crowds of other Rocky Mountain destinations—Durango gives visitors a warm Colorado welcome, and then some.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
After providing his red-carpeted welcome to Vladimir Putin in Alaska last month to discuss ending the Ukraine war, President Donald Trump oddly and approvingly quoted the Russian leader’s advice for the United States.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcome
Verb
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At the same time, the industry is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics to manage tariff risks, optimize logistics costs, and ensure pricing compliance across complex regulatory environments.—
Nish Acharya,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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And up in orbit, the Enterprise also embraces the fantasy vibe, deploying a Vulcan mind-meld to get Spock and Kirk piloting the Enterprise and Farragut, respectively, in telepathic unison.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Sinner had left the court for a medical timeout after losing the second set, and was sweating heavily from the first set onward on a pleasant 77-degree evening.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The fact that people actually read it — that now, TFD is a fully-fledged media company with a staff of eight and a monthly audience of over 3 million women — came as a pleasant surprise.—
Chelsea Fagan,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This year, MeTV ran a salute to summertime featuring brief clips of its regular characters relaxing and doing nothing for a few seconds.—
Julie Hinds,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Both commanded the respect of a standstill, silence, salutes, and honor.—
Paula Pedene,
AZCentral.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Owners Damond Gallagher and Nora Yockey have curated an inviting space filled with things that spark laughter and bring a little joy to daily life—from greeting cards to key chains.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Krasinski and Blunt gamely waved up at the screen as Hazel more enthusiastically greeted the rest of the crowd.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Ansari, Rogen, and Reeves make for a delightful trio of heavy-hitters.—
Beandrea July,
IndieWire,
7 Sep. 2025
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What follows is a delightful mix of slapstick comedy (a bathtub scene that ranks among the best physical comedy of the decade), whimsical set pieces, and a genuinely touching story about belonging.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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He was then honorably discharged, with countless salutations and medals for his heroism.—
Curtis Bunn,
NBC news,
27 Aug. 2025
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Use proper subject lines, professional salutations, and complete sentences.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Microwave ovens, which came along much later, enjoyed more widespread ownership and usage, both above 90%, in spite of urban legends about how microwaves will explode your pets and lower sperm counts.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Unlike Disneyland or Disney World, there is no theme park, but the resort boasts a mini water park with slides and a lazy river for all ages to enjoy.—
Essence,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Giving Wickham a nice holiday tan would be a bridge too far for the genteel world of Jane Austen.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
12 Sep. 2025
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Some decisions are prudent, such as the Las Vegas Raiders to defeat the New England Patriots at a nice underdog price.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Welcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcome. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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