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
Kylie Volavongsa, jsonline.com, 7 Aug. 2025
The competition is open to U.S. residents age 18 and over, and welcomes concepts and businesses in the early stages of development.
—Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2025
Instead, Sam Hom swam at Clunie Pool in McKinley Park, a public pool where people of all races were welcome.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Chris McMullen, Space.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The high-gloss finish is a dramatic (and welcome) reprieve from the traditional wood surfaces that characterize the genre.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Turner welcomed a crowd of almost entirely Cubs fans.
—Kylie Volavongsa, jsonline.com, 7 Aug. 2025
The competition is open to U.S. residents age 18 and over, and welcomes concepts and businesses in the early stages of development.
—Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Adjective
No matter your approach, extra radiance is always welcome on a wedding day.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2025
Instead, Sam Hom swam at Clunie Pool in McKinley Park, a public pool where people of all races were welcome.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
Lexx reinvented itself each season, and Season 3 — set on the planets of Fire and Water — didn't outstay its welcome at 13 episodes.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The high-gloss finish is a dramatic (and welcome) reprieve from the traditional wood surfaces that characterize the genre.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcome
Verb
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Promote and enact policies and practices that embrace adaptation and resilience.—
Joe Murphy,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Aug. 2025
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The Western intelligence official said Iran initially seemed to embrace Russia’s efforts to localize roughly 90% of production of the Shahed 136 at Alabuga but Moscow’s upgrades seem to have caught it off guard.—
Vasco Cotovio,
CNN Money,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The 25-year-old is always pleasant and wearing a big smile.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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Having visited the dome myself, the clearest impression that stays with me is how Hiroshima isn’t just surprisingly pleasant, but beautiful.—
Ed Simon
August 18,
Literary Hub,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Members of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery Memorial Rifle Squad on Thursday fired a 21-gun salute during a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the surrender of the Empire of Japan ending World War II at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.—
John Autey,
Twin Cities,
15 Aug. 2025
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The individual, whose face was blurred, was making what appeared to be a Nazi salute with his arm.—
Julie Hinds,
Freep.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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He was greeted with raucous cheers during his first at-bat as a visiting player.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Nick, who was dressed in a crisp two-piece suit and black dress shoes, later emerges from the pool and sheepishly walks over to James to greet her.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Mamma Mia! should theoretically function as a star vehicle considering the plot is delightful nonsense meant to be outshone by the songs and performances, whether by force of belting or pure charisma.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
15 Aug. 2025
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Many of its delightful products are made on site, like comforters, pillows, wool sponges, and more.—
Katy Spratte Joyce,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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More active travelers may also consider a few sun salutations on the outdoor movement deck.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
16 July 2025
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She was seated near me, and appeared to be either a celebrity or the mayor, so frequent were the salutations from passersby.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 June 2025
Verb
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Much of that is down to the American ingratiating himself after saying a couple of phrases in Catalan, enjoying a beer with supporters outside the stadium, and getting behind the players inside it.—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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Dine-in customers nationwide had the option to enjoy endless boneless wings and fries for $19.99, and the deal allowed use of brand's 26 sauces and dry rubs.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Both Trejo and Crowley rode in the 2025 Centennial Tucson Rodeo, a nice mirroring of the agency’s own 100-year history.—
Suzanne Wright,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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The in-between woman has a nice corporate job in a nice corporate office.—
Weike Wang,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Welcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcome. Accessed 25 Aug. 2025.
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