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
Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
The Current welcomes Corinthians and Palmeiras of Brazil, as well as Club América from Mexico, for two days of soccer action.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
Lupaia welcomes guests from mid-March through the end of November.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Olim welcomes patients no matter how long it’s been since their last visit.
—Tribune News Service, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
The Department welcomes the opportunity to present the facts of the case in court.
—Zach Boetto, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
The first-come, first-serve patio within sight of the beach welcomes dogs and features live music.
—Valerie Fraser Luesse, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Your 11th House of Groups welcomes the intuitive Moon, offering you multiple chances to reconnect with pals or coordinate plans that serve everyone.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
Saatchi, at least, welcomes pushback — and at times doesn’t even refute it.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 30 Mar. 2026
From pandemic gatherings and warm welcomes to a homesick holiday abroad, five writers offer grateful reflections on their most memorable Thanksgivings.
—Monitor Contributors, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Nov. 2025
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
Verb
Rick Solomon Lake Balboa The Los Angeles Times welcomes expressions of all views.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
The Current welcomes Corinthians and Palmeiras of Brazil, as well as Club América from Mexico, for two days of soccer action.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
Lupaia welcomes guests from mid-March through the end of November.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Olim welcomes patients no matter how long it’s been since their last visit.
—Tribune News Service, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
The Department welcomes the opportunity to present the facts of the case in court.
—Zach Boetto, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
The first-come, first-serve patio within sight of the beach welcomes dogs and features live music.
—Valerie Fraser Luesse, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Your 11th House of Groups welcomes the intuitive Moon, offering you multiple chances to reconnect with pals or coordinate plans that serve everyone.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
Saatchi, at least, welcomes pushback — and at times doesn’t even refute it.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
Me’Arah O’Neal welcomes carrying the torch for a family of hoopers, led by an NBA superstar.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 30 Mar. 2026
From pandemic gatherings and warm welcomes to a homesick holiday abroad, five writers offer grateful reflections on their most memorable Thanksgivings.
—Monitor Contributors, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Nov. 2025
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcomes
Verb
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Designed by the architecture firm Minarc with interiors by MYMM, the home embraces a welcoming Scandi-chic aesthetic.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
2 Apr. 2026
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Romeo leaps to his feet and embraces Juliet, both of them saved; Juliet-as-an-old-woman appears and dances with Romeo as an older Romeo does the same with Juliet; Romeo and Juliet dote over a baby that will never be born.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
1 Apr. 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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The sight of a heated and jet-equipped hydrotherapy pool greets you at check in, and is flanked by relaxation day beds, a sauna, and a steam room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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Abid Malik, owner of Mishal Studio in Plano, greets customers at his Pakistani clothing boutique with the familiarity of family.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Travel experts share key etiquette tips — from greetings to restaurant behavior — to help visitors blend in while exploring Paris.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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From before greetings to after goodbyes, these films trace love’s ever-evolving shapes.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
1 Apr. 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
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“Welcomes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcomes. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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