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
Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
This spring release coincides with the ongoing development of the Clifton House in Baltimore, where Executive Director Joël Diaz and Clifton’s daughter Sidney Clifton warmly welcomed some of us attending AWP Baltimore last month.
—Literary Hub, 1 May 2026
Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Beyond the water, there are a full slate of events, including a Friday welcome party and several after-parties at Charlotte venues, Axios reported.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
With Pittsburgh coming to town, the kids already know exactly how to give the Penguins, already on the ropes, a Philly-style welcome.
—Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Verb
Activities will focus on preparing the interior from top to bottom, ensuring the site is ready to welcome visitors, the release said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
This spring release coincides with the ongoing development of the Clifton House in Baltimore, where Executive Director Joël Diaz and Clifton’s daughter Sidney Clifton warmly welcomed some of us attending AWP Baltimore last month.
—Literary Hub, 1 May 2026
Adjective
The prospect of Diaz-Balart representing part of the county is a welcome development for Diana Taub, president of the Southwest Broward Republican Organization.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Beyond the water, there are a full slate of events, including a Friday welcome party and several after-parties at Charlotte venues, Axios reported.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
Noun
Berlin, Germany — Marie-Louise Eta received a typical German welcome at Union Berlin’s Stadion An der Altern Försterei on Saturday.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
With Pittsburgh coming to town, the kids already know exactly how to give the Penguins, already on the ropes, a Philly-style welcome.
—Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcome
Verb
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So the big production rewrite was embracing Australia, not as some post-apocalyptic Mad Max hellscape, but Australia for Australia.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
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The most recent photographs, which were taken in March, showed Vrabel and Russini holding hands and embracing.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The day Chunhyang and Mongryong met each other for the first time was exceptionally pleasant.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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The fruit is sweet with pleasant, slightly tangy undertones.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
1 May 2026
Noun
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The federation also cited a photo appearing to show a member of the campus chapter throwing a Heil Hitler salute.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
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Anyone who has jumped out of a plane with a parachute deserves respect, but to do it 36 times, that’s worthy of a salute.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Right-hander Taylor Clarke came in, and Sheets greeted him with a single to right field that scored Merrill and Machado.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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During his visit last week, Shirley took time to greet fans in between questioning lawmakers, at one point posing for a photograph with a young boy and his father.—
Andrew Graham
April 26,
Sacbee.com,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In this delightful piece of armchair naturalism, Henion’s goal is to change our vilification of darkness, to see it instead as a restorative balm, and to stoke curiosity about nocturnal landscapes and creatures.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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For a stay near the center of the action, book a room at the Lady Grace Inn, a Victorian-style bed-and-breakfast with a delightful English high tea.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Messi trudged off the field quickly and headed straight to the locker room, in no mood for post-game salutations.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
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Others carve out time to mail birthday cards and salutations written in their own hand.—
Michael Liedtke,
Fortune,
28 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The Moon in Scorpio harmonizes with Jupiter through your 5th House of Creativity, making connection feel more natural, playful, and easy to enjoy.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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The Senior Anglers group enjoys freshwater and saltwater fishing, camping, boating and environmental conservation.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Five is nice, but 17 straight is a dynasty unparalleled in City Section history.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Just the shops and the overall setting is really nice.—
Anne Kadet,
Curbed,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Welcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcome. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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