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
Andrew Torgan, CNN Money, 18 May 2025
The Trump administration is welcoming white Afrikaners, a centuries-old ethnic group descended mainly from Dutch colonists, after suspending the program for everyone else.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 18 May 2025
Sasha Lezhnev, Foreign Affairs, 19 May 2025
But Sunday's race was no snoozer, and for a couple of teams, there was a welcome change in form.
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
Elaine Mallon, The Washington Examiner, 15 May 2025
Their versatility even extends outside the bedroom—a gentle spritz over your throw pillow collection or even into a dinner party napkin can be a warm welcome to guests.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2025
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Verb
The week ahead Monday Prime Minister Keir Starmer will welcome European Union leaders to the UK for the first UK-EU Leaders’ Summit.
—Andrew Torgan, CNN Money, 18 May 2025
The Trump administration is welcoming white Afrikaners, a centuries-old ethnic group descended mainly from Dutch colonists, after suspending the program for everyone else.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 18 May 2025
Adjective
Although these measures are starting to produce some welcome changes, illicit gold continues to flow through trading centers, and the vast majority of illicit traders remain unimpeded.
—Sasha Lezhnev, Foreign Affairs, 19 May 2025
But Sunday's race was no snoozer, and for a couple of teams, there was a welcome change in form.
—ArsTechnica, 19 May 2025
Noun
He has been given a warm welcome in the Middle East and touted his foreign policy goals for the region.
—Elaine Mallon, The Washington Examiner, 15 May 2025
Their versatility even extends outside the bedroom—a gentle spritz over your throw pillow collection or even into a dinner party napkin can be a warm welcome to guests.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcome
Verb
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And while there’s still work to be done, as several attendees candidly noted, the brand is embracing real feedback and reflecting the summit’s core purpose: accountability, growth, and meaningful change.—
Essence,
Essence,
19 May 2025
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However, as the industry continues to embrace AI, firms must also address challenges related to data accuracy, privacy, regulatory compliance and system integration.—
Rajkumar Modake,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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But overall, this affordable bed frame offers a good mix of pleasant aesthetics and practical storage solutions.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
15 May 2025
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She’s made a feel-good movie about people who, for the most part, aren’t feeling all that good, leaving the viewer with a pleasant aftertaste that fades away as soon as the last song ends.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2025
Noun
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Trump also returned a salute given to him by the kingdom's military officials.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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This year's festival opened with a three-film salute to Ukraine, and the premiere of Amélie Bonnin's French romance Leave One Day.—
Mandalit del Barco,
NPR,
13 May 2025
Verb
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The Trump administration warmly greeted 59 White people from South Africa upon their arrival on May 12, after granting them refugee status.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Another fan greeted Liz with a Mother’s Day card in the weeks after Beau came home for the first time.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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Read Next Real Estate News See delightful Fair Oaks estate built in 1901 along American River.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2025
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Delight by Default Aim for pleasant surprises—fewer steps, quicker approvals, delightful interactions and unexpected efficiency.—
Sal Rehmetullah,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Noun
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What is the correct salutation to use when the recipient, and their gender, is unknown?—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Each email would contain the same body text, but the salutation would be customized with the recipient’s name.—
Jerry Weissman,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Their main goal was to put together people that were kind, and enjoyed working together, and no drama.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
15 May 2025
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Visitors can also enjoy a dozen dining options with cuisine inspired by the region, 24 bars, Mariachi performances and shopping from local artisans, according to a news release.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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The Half Dome comes with a footprint, which is a rarity these days, and nice to have.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
16 May 2025
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However, a very nice man let us in, much to the chagrin of a lady who did not want to let us in.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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“Welcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcome. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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