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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
James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
The Orland Park resident said the surrounding community has grown much more inclusive and welcoming of folks of all backgrounds over the years.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
Silberman also busies himself as chairman of the welcoming committee.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
This unincorporated community—home to fewer than 400 residents—has a welcoming spirit and a creative pulse.
—Belinda Luksic, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The festival creates a welcoming platform for local chefs, home cooks, and emerging business owners to introduce their creations to the public while building visibility for small brands rooted in the community.
—Daily News, 1 May 2026
After one final round of IVF, however, the celebrity chef became pregnant at age 47, welcoming boy-girl twins, son Noah Christian and daughter Emma Mariella, in October 2018.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
The people who work there are just really, really welcoming.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
This simple addition can make your kitchen feel more lively and welcoming.
—Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 28 Apr. 2026
Samara Karasyk, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
Today, guests arrive via much faster transportation — but the property’s welcoming atmosphere remains.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 4 May 2026
The Post also won the feature photography prize for a visual essay on a family welcoming a firstborn as the child’s father grappled with terminal cancer.
—Jennifer Peltz, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
The Post won the feature photography prize, for a visual essay on a family welcoming a firstborn as the child’s father grappled with terminal cancer.
—Jennifer Peltz, Twin Cities, 4 May 2026
We’re known for our friendly, welcoming vibe and inviting spaces.
—Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Diaz, 53, and Madden, 47, got married in 2015 and became parents for the first time in December 2019 after welcoming a daughter named Raddix.
—Katie Kindelan, ABC News, 4 May 2026
West Hartford is welcoming, compassionate, and fair.
—Jillian Gilchrest, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
The Bay Area is welcoming its final spring storm of the rainiest April the region has seen in nearly a decade, meteorologists said, with Saturday night showers expected to end Sunday morning.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The entry foyer, with its vaulted ceiling and glistening floor, is welcoming and impressive.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
The Orland Park resident said the surrounding community has grown much more inclusive and welcoming of folks of all backgrounds over the years.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
Silberman also busies himself as chairman of the welcoming committee.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
This unincorporated community—home to fewer than 400 residents—has a welcoming spirit and a creative pulse.
—Belinda Luksic, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The festival creates a welcoming platform for local chefs, home cooks, and emerging business owners to introduce their creations to the public while building visibility for small brands rooted in the community.
—Daily News, 1 May 2026
After one final round of IVF, however, the celebrity chef became pregnant at age 47, welcoming boy-girl twins, son Noah Christian and daughter Emma Mariella, in October 2018.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
The people who work there are just really, really welcoming.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
This simple addition can make your kitchen feel more lively and welcoming.
—Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
West Houston deserves to be a complete street — one that is safe and welcoming for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers alike.
—Samara Karasyk, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
Today, guests arrive via much faster transportation — but the property’s welcoming atmosphere remains.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 4 May 2026
The Post also won the feature photography prize for a visual essay on a family welcoming a firstborn as the child’s father grappled with terminal cancer.
—Jennifer Peltz, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
The Post won the feature photography prize, for a visual essay on a family welcoming a firstborn as the child’s father grappled with terminal cancer.
—Jennifer Peltz, Twin Cities, 4 May 2026
We’re known for our friendly, welcoming vibe and inviting spaces.
—Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Diaz, 53, and Madden, 47, got married in 2015 and became parents for the first time in December 2019 after welcoming a daughter named Raddix.
—Katie Kindelan, ABC News, 4 May 2026
West Hartford is welcoming, compassionate, and fair.
—Jillian Gilchrest, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
The Bay Area is welcoming its final spring storm of the rainiest April the region has seen in nearly a decade, meteorologists said, with Saturday night showers expected to end Sunday morning.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcoming
Adjective
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There is, however, a pleasing recognition here that certain relationships and phases in life are finite.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
3 May 2026
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With the naked eye and especially through good binoculars, its conjunction with a slender crescent moon on May 18 will be very pleasing to see.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
Verb
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So the big production rewrite was embracing Australia, not as some post-apocalyptic Mad Max hellscape, but Australia for Australia.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Victory Tour marked the only time all six brothers — Michael, Jermaine, Randy, Tito, Marlon and Jackie — went on tour together and was also the last time Michael performed with them before fully embracing his solo career.—
PEOPLE,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But that exciting crash sequence — from initial turbulence through to catastrophic Pacific Ocean landing — is where high-stakes action specialist Harlin is most firmly in his sweet spot.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
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Friends, networks and social circles can bring exciting connections now.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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With dresses and intimate wear for women; jewelry; personal care products; men’s wallets; baby swaddles, stuffies, rattles and teething toys; dog leashes, collars and toys; greeting cards and a wide range of home decor, the store is drawing people in.—
Sarah Kyrcz,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Princess of Wales is well-known for her warm interactions with kids, and one of her go-to moves when greeting children is to bend down to their eye level.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 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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Sudarma hopes that guests will plan a day and stay, enjoying multiple meals and lots of entertainment, from Asian sports cars to kids’ hip hop dance classes (free).—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The three-time Grammy winner was recently spotted enjoying a dinner date in Los Angeles with Geese frontman Cameron Winter on April 15.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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When deep sleep is fragmented by alcohol, a warm bedroom or an inconsistent bedtime, the entire circuit falters and growth hormone output drops significantly.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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Provide afternoon shade in warm climates.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Thank you, Hannah and Maribeth for your loving, clear and steady vision for One Story.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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On Friday, May 1, Kelly posted a loving tribute to his wife in honor of their third wedding anniversary.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Welcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcoming. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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