greet

Definition of greetnext
as in to address
to acknowledge (someone) by means of spoken words The host cheerfully greeted the party guests at the door.

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Recent Examples of greet According to the Times, Zabar handled the business side of the store but often appeared to greet customers. — Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 11 Nov. 2026 After Tuesday’s Mass, in a private room behind the altar, Leo was to greet 20 people chosen by Córdoba’s archbishop, Cardinal Ángel Rossi, to represent the city’s poor and marginalized. — Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026 On November 30, 1989, Saleh made a historic visit to Aden, where he was greeted by a large and enthusiastic crowd. — Manfred W. Wenner, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Nov. 2026 Upon arrival, visitors will be greeted with a facade adorned with over 17,000 lights. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for greet
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  • Other officeholders who are recalled, like lawmakers or other statewide officeholders, would be replaced using existing rules for addressing vacancies — either by appointment or through a special election.
    — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 13 Nov. 2026
  • This is essential to regain our global influence, end unnecessary risks to our service members and ensure our government can address Americans’ needs at home.
    — Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
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  • Jerling Junior High band members salute after a Veterans Day celebration Wednesday in Orland Park.
    — Jeff Vovra, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Even the interpolations of rap gems thanks to Hov’s live band 1500 or Nothin’ and previous invitees salute the genre’s history.
    — Adelle Platon, VIBE.com, 24 Oct. 2026

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“Greet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greet. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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