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
Judy Berman, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Millie Bobby Brown is opening up about mom life after welcoming her first child with husband Jake Bongiovi.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
Your gardening conundrums and successes, as well as questions and comments, are always welcome.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
Among the new additions is the Buena Vista Lounge, a breezy, open-air welcome area surrounded by greenery and sweeping ocean views.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
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Verb
Even the receptionist, Milan (Taylor), is an attorney-in-training who’s generously welcomed into the sorority.
—Judy Berman, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Millie Bobby Brown is opening up about mom life after welcoming her first child with husband Jake Bongiovi.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Stuffed with chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese, this comforting classic is always welcome on our tables.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
Your gardening conundrums and successes, as well as questions and comments, are always welcome.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
Noun
The colorful evergreen foliage provides a warm winter welcome in porch planters and brightens patio plantings all year long.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
Among the new additions is the Buena Vista Lounge, a breezy, open-air welcome area surrounded by greenery and sweeping ocean views.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcome
Verb
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Kendall Jenner is embracing her 30s.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Han isn’t surprised that global firms are now embracing Chinese robotaxis.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Fortunately, there's usually plenty of pleasant autumn days after the first frost to tackle the remaining fall gardening tasks at a more leisurely rate.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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Today the Moon in your sign is dancing with fair Venus creating pleasant feelings between you and everyone else.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Outkast performance salute packed in more songs per square homage than that for any other act of the night.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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There will be patriotic performances, an honor guard firing salute and wreath laying.—
Heather McRea,
Oc Register,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The idea was to step into the subconsciousness of a woman, by ringing her doorbell and being greeted by a woman, who is obsessed with building butter sculptures — including one that was a replica of Baumeister’s head.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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In October, at Cinespia, a full house of 5,000 screaming fans greeted her like a rock star hitting the stage.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The result is luxuriously silky; a delightful foil to the crunchy graham cracker crust.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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The sword and sorcery genre was always reliable for delightful low-budget cheese, with entries such as The Beastmaster, The Barbarians, and of course, the Deathstalker series.—
Bear McCreary,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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He was then honorably discharged, with countless salutations and medals for his heroism.—
Curtis Bunn,
NBC news,
27 Aug. 2025
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Use proper subject lines, professional salutations, and complete sentences.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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If this group of hardened degenerates was able to enjoy the action at this level, who, exactly, are the spiritual victims of sports betting?—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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This is evident in their signature programs, such as those that recognize excellence among teachers, coaches, and healthcare workers, as well as initiatives that bring the community together to enjoy great local restaurants on the firm’s tab.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Ten-inch-tall elves, called Scout Elves, arrive in children's homes ahead of Christmas with a mission to relay children's behavior back to Santa Claus for his naughty and nice list.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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To those earning $50,000 a year at their regular jobs, making $5,000 in a few nights of netting was a nice bonus.—
Steve Waters,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Welcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcome. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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