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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
Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 24 Apr. 2026
Interior designer Maite Granda used low straight top picket fencing at street level of this Florida cottage set far back from the street to give the facade a welcoming and open feel.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
The layout is classic and comfortable, with a separate bedroom, a welcoming living area, and a compact kitchen tucked neatly into the space.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2026
Tell us about the crew Staff are warm and welcoming, with an impressive memory given the number of passengers on board—expect to be greeted by name and frequent check ups.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
But Sam and Ashley Levinson were so welcoming, always appreciating my work.
—Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
With registration at $150 per session, participants enjoy a welcoming academic environment without the stress of grades or uncomfortable seats.
—Independent Picture House, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
The city offers a welcoming atmosphere with local farmers' markets, fairs, and community activities.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
Birch recommends a layered approach with taper candles grouped en masse, low pendant lighting, and lanterns for a warm, welcoming ambiance.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 26 Apr. 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
There is also a safety dimension that matters to anyone hosting events or welcoming visitors.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
The response on social media was less than welcoming.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
The same child had been photographed holding a sign welcoming the pope during his visit to Lebanon last year.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 25 Apr. 2026
New parents Justin Theroux and Nicole Brydon Bloom make their first red carpet appearance since welcoming their baby boy at The Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere on April 20.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Founded in Tennessee in 1969, the chain is known for their generous servings of Southern-style comfort food as much as the vintage decor, welcoming porch with rocking chairs, and gift shop.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Regardless of why, Coachella is likely welcoming such a trend toward weekend two.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The staff are generally friendly, welcoming and helpful.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 24 Apr. 2026
Interior designer Maite Granda used low straight top picket fencing at street level of this Florida cottage set far back from the street to give the facade a welcoming and open feel.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
The layout is classic and comfortable, with a separate bedroom, a welcoming living area, and a compact kitchen tucked neatly into the space.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2026
Tell us about the crew Staff are warm and welcoming, with an impressive memory given the number of passengers on board—expect to be greeted by name and frequent check ups.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
But Sam and Ashley Levinson were so welcoming, always appreciating my work.
—Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
With registration at $150 per session, participants enjoy a welcoming academic environment without the stress of grades or uncomfortable seats.
—Independent Picture House, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
The city offers a welcoming atmosphere with local farmers' markets, fairs, and community activities.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
Birch recommends a layered approach with taper candles grouped en masse, low pendant lighting, and lanterns for a warm, welcoming ambiance.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
David Gallos’s scenic design showcases a modest but welcoming home where Bertha’s biscuits bake in the oven, a box of dominoes lies tucked on a side table, and warm coffee heats on the stove.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 26 Apr. 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
There is also a safety dimension that matters to anyone hosting events or welcoming visitors.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
The response on social media was less than welcoming.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
The same child had been photographed holding a sign welcoming the pope during his visit to Lebanon last year.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 25 Apr. 2026
New parents Justin Theroux and Nicole Brydon Bloom make their first red carpet appearance since welcoming their baby boy at The Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere on April 20.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Founded in Tennessee in 1969, the chain is known for their generous servings of Southern-style comfort food as much as the vintage decor, welcoming porch with rocking chairs, and gift shop.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Regardless of why, Coachella is likely welcoming such a trend toward weekend two.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for welcoming
Adjective
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Creators pose before aesthetically pleasing backdrops for brand partnerships.—
Andrea Domanick,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Two extreme bands coming together to make an album of extremes has a certain pleasing logic.—
Reed Jackson,
SPIN,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There’s a lack of humility, a lack of dignity, a lack of understanding of the world, a lack of embracing other perspectives.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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The phrase, coined by 33-year-old content creator and consultant Erica Mallett, refers to embracing those hard feelings.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
25 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
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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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All three writers turned loving, humorous, piercing gazes on a particular place, exploring, through cycles of plays, the rich humanity and the grave historical wounds of its inhabitants.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
26 Apr. 2026
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Despite being presented as a loving father, Hank was revealed at the end of Season 1 to be a ruthless, pre-war Vault-Tec executive who is responsible for the nuclear destruction of Shady Sands.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Welcoming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welcoming. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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