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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
Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
The smaller rink in Milan would be a welcoming place for the towering Nikita Zadorov.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
This was the most welcoming group of people.
—Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Like Leo, Hicks has embraced a more welcoming and inclusive vision of Catholicism, in part inspired by the late Pope Francis, with a specific focus on social justice.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
In addressing the immediate needs, Lando wants to make the bureau a more welcoming place to attract and retain officers for the long term, fulfilling his vision for the future.
—Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
The greens at play in this piece are grounded and welcoming, the perfect segue into the rest of your very cozy, curated home.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2026
For some travelers, a welcoming feeling in a destination can make or break their vacations.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 5 Feb. 2026
In addition, the commission said stakeholders have consistently emphasized the importance of creating a safe and balanced entertainment district that supports businesses while also remaining welcoming and livable.
—Steven Yablonski, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
The upcoming seventh season — which releases all episodes on Netflix March 12 — sees the couple ready to start the next chapter of their lives married and welcoming a baby.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 9 Feb. 2026
Keystone Resort in Colorado brought back its celebration of our service members with the Military Winter Games, welcoming active duty and former service members for a weekend of competition and connection on the slopes.
—Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Kudos to you for being welcoming and creating the space to make a new friend.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Snoop Dogg’s daughter Cori Broadus celebrates the life of her baby girl, less than a year after welcoming her into the world.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Additionally, Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt and rocker Jon Bon Jovi are set to make the official announcement welcoming the teams to the field before kickoff with Pratt supporting the Hawks and Bon Jovi repping the Pats.
—Jillian Sederholm, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
Except this party didn’t seem to be welcoming visitors.
—Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 2026
Daily rituals like the evening wine reception (local pours are paired with elevated light bites) accentuate the former boarding house’s welcoming warmth.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Volunteer ambassadors are also called upon to build relationships in their communities, represent Rebuilding Together in a positive, welcoming way and support outreach by attending events and sharing resources .
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2026
The smaller rink in Milan would be a welcoming place for the towering Nikita Zadorov.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
This was the most welcoming group of people.
—Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Like Leo, Hicks has embraced a more welcoming and inclusive vision of Catholicism, in part inspired by the late Pope Francis, with a specific focus on social justice.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
In addressing the immediate needs, Lando wants to make the bureau a more welcoming place to attract and retain officers for the long term, fulfilling his vision for the future.
—Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
The greens at play in this piece are grounded and welcoming, the perfect segue into the rest of your very cozy, curated home.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2026
For some travelers, a welcoming feeling in a destination can make or break their vacations.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 5 Feb. 2026
In addition, the commission said stakeholders have consistently emphasized the importance of creating a safe and balanced entertainment district that supports businesses while also remaining welcoming and livable.
—Steven Yablonski, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
This is the kind of hotel where staff remember your name and stick around for years, welcoming repeat guests with their favorite drink or regular breakfast order.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
The upcoming seventh season — which releases all episodes on Netflix March 12 — sees the couple ready to start the next chapter of their lives married and welcoming a baby.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 9 Feb. 2026
Keystone Resort in Colorado brought back its celebration of our service members with the Military Winter Games, welcoming active duty and former service members for a weekend of competition and connection on the slopes.
—Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Kudos to you for being welcoming and creating the space to make a new friend.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Snoop Dogg’s daughter Cori Broadus celebrates the life of her baby girl, less than a year after welcoming her into the world.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Additionally, Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt and rocker Jon Bon Jovi are set to make the official announcement welcoming the teams to the field before kickoff with Pratt supporting the Hawks and Bon Jovi repping the Pats.
—Jillian Sederholm, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
Except this party didn’t seem to be welcoming visitors.
—Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 2026
Daily rituals like the evening wine reception (local pours are paired with elevated light bites) accentuate the former boarding house’s welcoming warmth.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcoming
Adjective
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McLemore lent the bass vocals that were a crucial anchor to the group’s immensely pleasing, sophisticated, radio-friendly harmonies which have been credited with expanding the sounds of 1960s pop, soul and R&B.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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The middle ground could be moving Powell for the type of Bucks-pleasing draft capital that Wiggins might not be able to fetch.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The couple—who got engaged last summer—stepped out for the 2026 Berlinale Film Festival last night; this time, looking equally loved up but embracing complete polar-opposite fashions.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2026
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Long before viewers began embracing the footage, however, organizers needed athletes to get on board, with Exarchos calling their safety his top priority.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The park offers one of the most exciting wildlife experiences in Southern Africa, with a million acres of biodiverse savannas, wetlands, and montane rainforests, and a range of animals that includes buffalo herds, lion prides, and an array of birds.—
Lisa Grainger,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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That changed two years ago, when the ISU lifted its ban in a bid to make the sport more exciting and popular among younger fans.—
Fernanda Figueroa,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Crystal’s onboard crew are your typical international mix, but many of them have been with Crystal their entire careers—many with decades of experience onboard the same ship, building ongoing relationships with repeat cruisers, often greeting them as old friends with hugs at embarkation.—
Scott Laird,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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On Monday morning, patchy fog is greeting Central Florida residents.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Truly pleasurable interactive theatre requires a touch of panic, or, at least, of raw sensation.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
30 Jan. 2026
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More than anything, Man on Wire is a deeply pleasurable watch, a process piece that captures a man totally in control of his talent and aware of his own strengths and limitations.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In the middle of it all, songwriter Diane Warren paused to take a selfie, still evidently enjoying the giddy thrill of being in a room full of fellow hopefuls even after 17 times.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Although quantifying morale and momentum is hard, by the end of 2025, the Democrats were enjoying an upturn in both.—
Mark Leibovich,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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That has come to bear in his latest effort, Junior, a gorgeous 50-seat restaurant full of warm sound and spirit.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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First, fill the tub with warm water and dissolve one tablet, or one-half tablet for sinks.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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At a time of widespread fear and distrust in the United States, Bad Bunny offered a loving and optimistic vision of the American experience during his halftime show at Sunday’s Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Savannah Guthrie and her two siblings issued an emotional plea on Instagram for their mom's return, citing her spunk, her loving personality and her vulnerability.—
Helen Rummel,
AZCentral.com,
4 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Welcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcoming. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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