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as in embracing
to receive or accept gladly or readily
the eager recruits welcomed every new project with which they were presented
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Recent Examples of welcoming
Nick Lentz, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Only in Universal’s theme parks does the palace seem more real and welcoming.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The two leaders met in the cavernous Great Hall of the People beneath rows of American and Chinese flags after a welcoming ceremony that included an honor guard and schoolchildren waving banners.
—Nik Popli, Time, 14 May 2026
This one-time mansion has changed hands over the years, and most recently was sold and renovated in July 2022 into a luxury self-checkout boutique with private suites, beautiful gardens, and a welcoming porch.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
The right flowers in the right pots can transform a tiny entryway into the most welcoming spot on the block, and the window to plant well is narrow.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Somewhere where a person with a story to tell, an experience to create, or perhaps a product to market can find a welcoming and helpful home.
—Carole Horst, Variety, 13 May 2026
The county will also use feedback from residents to determine what other changes should be made to the building to enhance sustainability, create welcoming spaces, guide traffic and improve workspaces.
—Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 13 May 2026
Both Shepherd and Bolt regard No Mow May as an excellent tool for introducing people to bee conservation and starting conversations on how to transform our lawns into habitats that are more welcoming to wildlife.
—Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Dennis Romero, NBC news, 19 May 2026
Where to Stay The Algonquin Resort is the grand dame in town and has been welcoming those looking for an oceanside escape since 1914.
—Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
Bark-type mulch used for landscaping provides a damp, welcoming environment for snakes.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
Since welcoming their baby home, the Pasinis have shared a slate of content with their newborn.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Traditionally, the style focuses on making jabs at someone’s appearance or identity, welcoming hurtful comments that punch down on someone when done without thoughtfulness.
—Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
In wetland and water, Florida’s welcoming Paradise Coast is chock-full of natural beauty.
—Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
Primo notes that finding their personas first in the welcoming theater world, before going to a ball, has its advantages.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
Spurs host Leeds United on Monday evening, before welcoming Everton on the final day of the campaign.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Adjective
Hate directed at Jewish families, Muslim communities, Black residents, immigrants, LGBTQ+ people, or anyone else attacks the values that make our communities strong and welcoming.
—Nick Lentz, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Only in Universal’s theme parks does the palace seem more real and welcoming.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
The two leaders met in the cavernous Great Hall of the People beneath rows of American and Chinese flags after a welcoming ceremony that included an honor guard and schoolchildren waving banners.
—Nik Popli, Time, 14 May 2026
This one-time mansion has changed hands over the years, and most recently was sold and renovated in July 2022 into a luxury self-checkout boutique with private suites, beautiful gardens, and a welcoming porch.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
The right flowers in the right pots can transform a tiny entryway into the most welcoming spot on the block, and the window to plant well is narrow.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Somewhere where a person with a story to tell, an experience to create, or perhaps a product to market can find a welcoming and helpful home.
—Carole Horst, Variety, 13 May 2026
The county will also use feedback from residents to determine what other changes should be made to the building to enhance sustainability, create welcoming spaces, guide traffic and improve workspaces.
—Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 13 May 2026
Both Shepherd and Bolt regard No Mow May as an excellent tool for introducing people to bee conservation and starting conversations on how to transform our lawns into habitats that are more welcoming to wildlife.
—Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Verb
Miller, who has lived in the area for just a month, told NBC San Diego that his favorite thing about his neighborhood is how friendly and welcoming everyone has been.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 19 May 2026
Where to Stay The Algonquin Resort is the grand dame in town and has been welcoming those looking for an oceanside escape since 1914.
—Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
Bark-type mulch used for landscaping provides a damp, welcoming environment for snakes.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
Since welcoming their baby home, the Pasinis have shared a slate of content with their newborn.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Traditionally, the style focuses on making jabs at someone’s appearance or identity, welcoming hurtful comments that punch down on someone when done without thoughtfulness.
—Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
In wetland and water, Florida’s welcoming Paradise Coast is chock-full of natural beauty.
—Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
Primo notes that finding their personas first in the welcoming theater world, before going to a ball, has its advantages.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
Spurs host Leeds United on Monday evening, before welcoming Everton on the final day of the campaign.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcoming
Adjective
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And so this Cannes screening — promising not just a visually immaculate experience, assembled from the original camera negative, but a complete and uncut one — had a pleasing ring of comprehensive authority to it.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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The floors in those are also painted — the effect is pleasing.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
17 May 2026
Verb
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Across Florida and throughout the country, behavioral-health providers are increasingly embracing approaches that focus on the whole person and the whole family.—
Maria Bledsoe,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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Hirokazu Koreeda brings his customary warmth and generosity of spirit to the seemingly cold presence of GenAI in our lives in Sheep in the Box (Hako no naka no hitsuji), in which grieving parents hope to ease their pain by embracing a humanoid built in their dead son’s image.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Anderson, like Wharton, is exciting but would also be extremely expensive, probably north of £100million.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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March 21 – April 19 A bold move could set exciting momentum in motion today.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
Verb
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And where customers know Meli — pictured here — and her colleagues Juan and Miguel, all greeting you from behind the bar by your name.—
Miguel Macias,
NPR,
13 May 2026
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Aikman walks around the compound to get used to being outdoors and learning socialization by greeting people.—
Nelly Carreño,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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Using a wealth of archival footage, this deeply pleasurable documentary paints a dazzling portrait of Rossellini across the years leading up to his death in 1977, and is an ecstatic, cinephilic tribute to one of world cinema’s true titans.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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Spoken words, brisk rhythms, and the pleasurable frictions of dissonance all remained frothy and intact.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Try the basil martini and an array of mocktails while enjoying Italian multi-course dining.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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But bragging about enjoying a hard shell taco nowadays is like showing up to a street takeover in a horse buggy.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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State and federal taxes, seasonal demand and even more expensive fuel blends needed for warmer weather are all pieces of the pie.—
Wyatte Grantham-Philips,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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When the weather gets warm, nothing satisfies quite like cold noodles in iced broth.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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As such, a loving relationship will demand awareness that, sometimes, not every truth needs to be delivered in its rawest form.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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From a young age, we're taught to greet people, regardless of their age, and even compliment them, so everyone is very accepting and loving.—
Zama Magudulela,
Travel + Leisure,
15 May 2026
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“Welcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcoming. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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