as in to welcome
to receive or accept gladly or readily
a show-off who laps up attention the way a kitten does milk
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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 -
Fortunately, organizations like Outreach Indiana are already doing the groundwork, offering essentials like fresh clothes, hot meals, showers, and a safe, welcoming space for youth in need.—
Ethan Hylton,
IndyStar,
30 July 2025
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Stragglers trickle in, pulling extra chairs from the supply closet, and embrace.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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In gaming, Sega’s getting in on the trend with a revival of its classic Shinobi series, and mainstream franchises like Assassin’s Creed have finally embraced the art of the blade.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
30 July 2025
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“Lap (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lap%20%28up%29. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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