as in embraces
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 salutes
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
offered a warm welcome to the stranger
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Recent Examples of welcomes
Tyler Matthew Oyer
feb. 27, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
Nearly Natural Artificial Boxwood Spiral Topiary Tree Potted faux shrubs add height and interest to your porch, and a pair of topiaries flanking the front door or steps welcomes guests in style.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
The film also welcomes back a number of actors whose characters had previously died, including David Arquette, Matthew Lillard and Scott Foley.
—Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 26 Feb. 2026
For families Guana welcomes families but doesn't architect the experience around them the way a larger property would.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Your 11th House of Community welcomes the emotional Moon, who trines passionate Mars in your 7th House of Links, making introductions feel exciting.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 25 Feb. 2026
Noah Galvin, as The Reservoir’s narrator, Josh, welcomes audiences before the play begins while lying on the floor in a bright yellow shirt and bright red pants.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2026
As a widower, Lamb welcomes the social interaction that tennis offers.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 23 Feb. 2026
For those hesitant to participate, Macintyre said the event welcomes people of all abilities.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
Jenelle Riley, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
The pretty evident takeaway in both places was that voters had grown tired of restrictive COVID policies, especially in schools, and that Biden and the Democrats were wearing out their welcomes with persuadable voters — and that Republicans were fired up.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2025
This cryptic tweet, in which Brown hinted to not being welcomes, was believed by fans to be aimed at Kevin Patullo, the Eagles’ offensive coordinator.
—Hunter Simpson, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
On a good Sunday, the 1,000-square-foot sanctuary welcomes maybe 50 people for worship.
—Theoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2025
Plus, the olive green shade welcomes fall into your space without being too seasonal.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
At Cracker Barrel, it's always been – and always will be – about serving up delicious food, warm welcomes, and the kind of country hospitality that feels like family.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
Visits feel more like warm welcomes than formal tours.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
Verb
Outside, Patrick Martinez welcomes guests with neon quotes supporting immigrant rights.
—Tyler Matthew Oyer
feb. 27, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
Nearly Natural Artificial Boxwood Spiral Topiary Tree Potted faux shrubs add height and interest to your porch, and a pair of topiaries flanking the front door or steps welcomes guests in style.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
The film also welcomes back a number of actors whose characters had previously died, including David Arquette, Matthew Lillard and Scott Foley.
—Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 26 Feb. 2026
For families Guana welcomes families but doesn't architect the experience around them the way a larger property would.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Your 11th House of Community welcomes the emotional Moon, who trines passionate Mars in your 7th House of Links, making introductions feel exciting.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 25 Feb. 2026
Noah Galvin, as The Reservoir’s narrator, Josh, welcomes audiences before the play begins while lying on the floor in a bright yellow shirt and bright red pants.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 25 Feb. 2026
As a widower, Lamb welcomes the social interaction that tennis offers.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 23 Feb. 2026
For those hesitant to participate, Macintyre said the event welcomes people of all abilities.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
Noun
Both initially received warm welcomes on the festival circuit, but the lack of hyperbole had many perhaps underestimating them.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
The pretty evident takeaway in both places was that voters had grown tired of restrictive COVID policies, especially in schools, and that Biden and the Democrats were wearing out their welcomes with persuadable voters — and that Republicans were fired up.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2025
This cryptic tweet, in which Brown hinted to not being welcomes, was believed by fans to be aimed at Kevin Patullo, the Eagles’ offensive coordinator.
—Hunter Simpson, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
On a good Sunday, the 1,000-square-foot sanctuary welcomes maybe 50 people for worship.
—Theoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2025
Plus, the olive green shade welcomes fall into your space without being too seasonal.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
At Cracker Barrel, it's always been – and always will be – about serving up delicious food, warm welcomes, and the kind of country hospitality that feels like family.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
Visits feel more like warm welcomes than formal tours.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcomes
Verb
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Mike Varshavski, a family medicine physician and social media influencer, embraces live debate.—
Theresa Gaffney,
STAT,
26 Feb. 2026
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Mayor Vi Lyles said Charlotte is a city that embraces innovation.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In 1938, the Austrian soccer team dissolved after Hitler’s Germany annexed its country, and the German players greeted the stands with Nazi salutes.—
Ian Buruma,
New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2026
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Klint Kubiak’s introduction Wednesday as the Las Vegas Raiders coach came with the requisite historical salutes.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But this is Vienna, not Pasadena, so… The first sight that greets a Playhouse upon lights going down is enough to elicit a very slight gasp from an audience.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
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At the drive-thru window, the teller greets her warmly.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Lauren Saab adds that any sign with generic greetings tends to make an entry feel forced.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
22 Feb. 2026
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Just before Christmas, members of Dead & Company, Weir included, reunited in a holiday-greetings group text.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
17 Feb. 2026
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
Cite this Entry
“Welcomes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcomes. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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