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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 greeted
The painter’s death was greeted with an outpouring of tributes from around the globe.
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News Desk, Artforum, 22 June 2026
As the legend goes, when Zoroastrian refugees came ashore in western India, a local Hindu ruler greeted them with a vessel filled to the brim with milk.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
The team rolled into Lawrence after midnight on June 8, greeted by flag-waving fans who waited out thunderstorms just to watch the players arrive.
—Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Over at Shinnecock, empty grandstands greeted the likes of Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy.
—Brendan Quinn, New York Times, 21 June 2026
Upon landing, they were greeted with a hero's welcome of cheering crowds, photographers, booming music and a red-carpet entrance to a hangar.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 19 June 2026
The Huntington's majordomo does this with an eye toward guests–making sure they’re greeted warmly and that any preferences are known and reflected throughout their stay.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026
Athletes ran through the crowd, greeted with high fives.
—Rylan Digiacomo-Rapp, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 June 2026
Inside the presidential center, the Obamas greeted the first 100 visitors, according to a pool report.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
News Desk, Artforum, 22 June 2026
As the legend goes, when Zoroastrian refugees came ashore in western India, a local Hindu ruler greeted them with a vessel filled to the brim with milk.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
The team rolled into Lawrence after midnight on June 8, greeted by flag-waving fans who waited out thunderstorms just to watch the players arrive.
—Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Over at Shinnecock, empty grandstands greeted the likes of Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy.
—Brendan Quinn, New York Times, 21 June 2026
Upon landing, they were greeted with a hero's welcome of cheering crowds, photographers, booming music and a red-carpet entrance to a hangar.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 19 June 2026
The Huntington's majordomo does this with an eye toward guests–making sure they’re greeted warmly and that any preferences are known and reflected throughout their stay.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026
Athletes ran through the crowd, greeted with high fives.
—Rylan Digiacomo-Rapp, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 June 2026
Inside the presidential center, the Obamas greeted the first 100 visitors, according to a pool report.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for greeted
Verb
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Brad Glynn, the chairman of the downtown parking commission, said the commission appreciated hearing from all the speakers and that their feedback would be synthesized and distilled into core concerns that will be addressed at future commission meetings.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
19 June 2026
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Several of the most contentious issues, including the long-term future of Iran's nuclear program, are expected to be addressed in subsequent talks.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
Verb
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The Angels then saluted Ward, a member of the major league team for eight seasons, with a tribute video in the middle of the first inning.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 June 2026
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Industry heavyweights also saluted the executive.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2026
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“Greeted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greeted. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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