as in welcoming
to receive or accept gladly or readily
a show-off who laps up attention the way a kitten does milk
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The royal heir, 24, took on her first independent diplomatic role over the weekend, officially welcoming Emperor Nahurito and Empress Masako of Japan to Belgium ahead of their state visit to the country.
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Kansas City will be welcoming the Oranje this week in preparation for the Netherlands versus Tunisia World Cup match on Thursday.
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Broadway's business model is evolving, with many recent Tony-winning plays now embracing limited, high-demand runs instead of traditional extended engagements.
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After embracing Bettman, Bieber made the big announcement, announcing Penn State forward Gavin McKenna, 18, as the 2026 NHL Draft's top overall pick.
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“Lapping (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lapping%20%28up%29. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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