as in addresses
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 greets
Each week, the harbor greets a ferry connecting Iceland to Denmark and the Faroe Islands.
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Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
Peter greets the arrival of this boy, named Arlo (Reggie Absolom), with just that kind of panic.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2026
From patio containers to entryway gardens, Jubilation™ makes a striking specimen that greets guests with inviting fragrance and provides a relaxing environment to unwind.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
An expansive front lawn with unobstructed views of Lake Huron greets visitors and guests.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
As the women — plus Ty Jessick of Santa Monica, a friend of Ford’s and the lone man at the event — settle into their seats, Ford greets them again, recounts the Yacht Girls’ early days and her vision for the book club’s next chapter.
—Paula L. Woods, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Pearl Hotel greets guests with coastal charm and a warm aesthetic, plus a gulf view.
—Judith Garrison, AJC.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Brockman himself is one of a few employees who greets his guests.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Rebecca Morin The first thing that greets you inside the International Ballroom at the Washington Hilton?
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
Peter greets the arrival of this boy, named Arlo (Reggie Absolom), with just that kind of panic.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2026
From patio containers to entryway gardens, Jubilation™ makes a striking specimen that greets guests with inviting fragrance and provides a relaxing environment to unwind.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
An expansive front lawn with unobstructed views of Lake Huron greets visitors and guests.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
As the women — plus Ty Jessick of Santa Monica, a friend of Ford’s and the lone man at the event — settle into their seats, Ford greets them again, recounts the Yacht Girls’ early days and her vision for the book club’s next chapter.
—Paula L. Woods, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Pearl Hotel greets guests with coastal charm and a warm aesthetic, plus a gulf view.
—Judith Garrison, AJC.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Brockman himself is one of a few employees who greets his guests.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Rebecca Morin The first thing that greets you inside the International Ballroom at the Washington Hilton?
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for greets
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The plan also addresses how the Army would manage public communications surrounding an execution, including provisions for media access to witness the executions.—
Steve Beynon,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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Prospects for a lasting deal between Iran and the US that addresses Washington’s security interests and allows Tehran to prosper are dim because there’s no win-win formula.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
4 June 2026
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The decision comes one year after Keshet members were attacked at the parade by marchers who called them terrorists and murderers, made Nazi salutes and attempted to rush the float.—
Simone Somekh,
Sun Sentinel,
1 June 2026
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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will host a slew of events this summer, tying in America’s 250th anniversary and salutes to the KSC bus tour and the last Space Shuttle flight.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2026
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The project hails from writer Will Arbery (Succession), who also executive produces with Hiro Murai (Atlanta, Widow’s Bay), who also will direct.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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Golden, who is departing Congress after his term, hails from a competitive district in Maine.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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“Greets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greets. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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