open arms

plural noun

Synonyms of open armsnext
: an eager or warm welcome
greeted them with open arms

Examples of open arms in a Sentence

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The Lawrence community welcomed the Desert Foxes with open arms, donning Algeria scarves and flags since their arrival. Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026 Lore said situations like his are not uncommon among the FrontRunners group, and every new member looking for a place in the community is embraced with open arms. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026 These drinking dens sit side by side with decades-old pubs that welcome locals and visitors with open arms (but maybe not a smile, especially in the winter). Tanya Edwards, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026 Sims was also relieved to have her friends welcome her back with open arms. Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for open arms

Word History

First Known Use

1670, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of open arms was in 1670

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“Open arms.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20arms. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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open arms

plural noun
: an eager or warm welcome
greeted us with open arms

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