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
Asa Canty, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
And welcome to the Joy of Panting.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026
Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Both singles and couples are welcome.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Church leaders said the steps, on private property within a historic district, are a visible sign of welcome in the neighborhood, not a political statement.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Larch House, a 39-room boutique hotel, is now welcoming travelers.
—Asa Canty, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
And welcome to the Joy of Panting.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Meetings are typically held the second Thursday of each month, and walk-ins are welcome.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Both singles and couples are welcome.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
Like your nosiest neighbor, furniture layouts have a knack for overstaying their welcome.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Church leaders said the steps, on private property within a historic district, are a visible sign of welcome in the neighborhood, not a political statement.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcome
Verb
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For You Page fueling the resurgence—celebrities of all ages have eagerly embraced the trend, too.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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McKenzie and Sebastian's decision to embrace the unexpected made their wedding even better when an opposite reaction to the rain could have ruined the whole celebration.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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 salute will take place March 12 (three days before the Academy Awards) at the Ebell theater in Los Angeles, where the Oscar Wilde Awards will celebrate its 20th anniversary.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Jan. 2026
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His military salute to the flag during the national anthem got the attention of viewers who wondered whether presidents are supposed to do that.—
Matt Leclercq,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Hemphill was greeted Tuesday in the Capitol by Nancy Pelosi, the California Democrat who was speaker of the House when the attack occurred.—
David Staats,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Jan. 2026
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Their sister Kelly first came to the Bills when the top of her head didn’t reach the knees of the Bills mannequin that greets visitors in the team complex.—
Dan Pompei,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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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Others carve out time to mail birthday cards and salutations written in their own hand.—
Michael Liedtke,
Fortune,
28 Dec. 2025
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He was then honorably discharged, with countless salutations and medals for his heroism.—
Curtis Bunn,
NBC news,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Ball enjoys every second of their interactions, too.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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The winner will get to enjoy Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California, with a full official Super Bowl Experience, including round-trip airfare, three-night hotel accommodations, plus a $1,000 gift card for expenses.—
Janay Reece,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The suede upper is also a nice departure from classic leather on other styles.—
Cheryl Wagemann,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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Monogramming linens and towels is always a nice touch.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Welcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcome. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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