Welcome
interjection
Used as a greeting for someone who just arrived.
Welcome, we're so happy to see you!
noun
A kind and friendly way to greet or receive someone.
You will always find a warm welcome here.
verb
To greet or receive someone warmly.
The little kitten was welcomed into the family with open arms.
adjective
Pleasing because it's what you wanted or needed.
The break in the weather was a welcome relief.
phrase
Allowed or invited to do something.
Any suggestions are always welcome.
idiom
Used to say that someone's arrival at a place is pleasing to you.
Welcome home, we've missed you.
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used to express you're happy someone or something left or disappeared.
Your criticism won't be welcome here.
Often appears as...
- criticism won't be welcome
- opinions aren't welcome
Usage tips
Disapproving
interjection
Used as a greeting for someone who just arrived.
Welcome, we're so happy to see you!
noun
A kind and friendly way to greet or receive someone.
You will always find a warm welcome here.
verb
To greet or receive someone warmly.
The little kitten was welcomed into the family with open arms.
adjective
Pleasing because it's what you wanted or needed.
The break in the weather was a welcome relief.
phrase
Allowed or invited to do something.
Any suggestions are always welcome.
idiom
Used to say that someone's arrival at a place is pleasing to you.
Welcome home, we've missed you.
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used to express you're happy someone or something left or disappeared.
Your criticism won't be welcome here.
Often appears as...
- criticism won't be welcome
- opinions aren't welcome
Usage tips
Disapproving
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Pro Tip 1/2Warm Reception
Use 'welcome' to make someone feel valued upon arriving.
Welcome to our office, we hope you'll love it here!
Pro Tip 2/2First Encounter
It's perfect for first-time greetings or when hosting.
Welcome to our annual gala, esteemed guests!
Pro Tip 1/2Warm Reception
Use 'welcome' to make someone feel valued upon arriving.
Welcome to our office, we hope you'll love it here!
Pro Tip 2/2First Encounter
It's perfect for first-time greetings or when hosting.
Welcome to our annual gala, esteemed guests!
Pro Tip 1/2Warm Reception
Use 'welcome' to make someone feel valued upon arriving.
Welcome to our office, we hope you'll love it here!
Pro Tip 2/2First Encounter
It's perfect for first-time greetings or when hosting.
Welcome to our annual gala, esteemed guests!
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Filming the Kung Fu...
you look closely at what's going on you do get a whole new perspective it feels like a real privilege and actually it's some of the most rewarding filming i've done because every shot you capture you feel like you've seen something new you've seen something you have that no one's seen before um and you're welcome into a world that we're not
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Everything you need to...
that the Ancient Greeks traditionally welcomed all strangers into their homes with generosity for fear that the strangers might be gods in disguise. This ancient code of hospitality was called xenia. It involved hosts providing their guests with safety, food, and comfort,
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New Zealand's Stunning...
And this spirit really went through all the people we met, all the regions. There seems to be the mix of pride and welcome that felt truly special as a traveler. People have gone out of their way to help me understand, and talk about their history, their culture.
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Nature's smallest...
and turns it into sugar. This second phase represents one of nature's most sustainable production lines. And so with that, welcome to world's most miniscule factory. The starting materials? A mix of CO2 molecules from the air, and preassembled molecules called
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Elon Musk talks Twitter,...
definitely a good thing to do over the weekend um now then hearing from elon live there's there's huge public interest in that we have opened up this segment to live stream and so we're joined right now by i think quite a few people around the world um welcome
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Poetry makes people...
having to be a little silly or cheeky I think it's worth it because I want to welcome people into poetry especially people who have previously felt unwelcome I want to celebrate anybody is trying to make sense of the world
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Most Soothing Sir David...
Without Joseph to help us it would have been impossible for us to get near the indri. But this group is so used to him that they're not frightened. Indeed, it seemed to me that they almost welcomed his company.
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Incredible Orangutan...
being the classroom play thing but there are some unwelcome visitors moving in even though they're small these wild macaques aren't afraid of tackling the bigger orangutans and can be really aggressive
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Best Monkey Moments PIPE...
and he returns to a hero's welcome for our spy creatures being immersed in the world of animals is not without its hazards
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Beaver Lodge Construction...
Our infrared lights, however, are no longer welcome, it seems.
Video examples
Filming the Kung Fu...
you look closely at what's going on you do get a whole new perspective it feels like a real privilege and actually it's some of the most rewarding filming i've done because every shot you capture you feel like you've seen something new you've seen something you have that no one's seen before um and you're welcome into a world that we're not
Video examples
Everything you need to...
that the Ancient Greeks traditionally welcomed all strangers into their homes with generosity for fear that the strangers might be gods in disguise. This ancient code of hospitality was called xenia. It involved hosts providing their guests with safety, food, and comfort,
Video examples
New Zealand's Stunning...
And this spirit really went through all the people we met, all the regions. There seems to be the mix of pride and welcome that felt truly special as a traveler. People have gone out of their way to help me understand, and talk about their history, their culture.
Video examples
Nature's smallest...
and turns it into sugar. This second phase represents one of nature's most sustainable production lines. And so with that, welcome to world's most miniscule factory. The starting materials? A mix of CO2 molecules from the air, and preassembled molecules called
Video examples
Elon Musk talks Twitter,...
definitely a good thing to do over the weekend um now then hearing from elon live there's there's huge public interest in that we have opened up this segment to live stream and so we're joined right now by i think quite a few people around the world um welcome
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Poetry makes people...
having to be a little silly or cheeky I think it's worth it because I want to welcome people into poetry especially people who have previously felt unwelcome I want to celebrate anybody is trying to make sense of the world
Video examples
Most Soothing Sir David...
Without Joseph to help us it would have been impossible for us to get near the indri. But this group is so used to him that they're not frightened. Indeed, it seemed to me that they almost welcomed his company.
Video examples
Incredible Orangutan...
being the classroom play thing but there are some unwelcome visitors moving in even though they're small these wild macaques aren't afraid of tackling the bigger orangutans and can be really aggressive
Video examples
Best Monkey Moments PIPE...
and he returns to a hero's welcome for our spy creatures being immersed in the world of animals is not without its hazards
Video examples
Beaver Lodge Construction...
Our infrared lights, however, are no longer welcome, it seems.
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Holly Willoughby
English Celebrity
My first day of 'This Morning' was pretty wow, and I think that was just because it was a big huge deal for me. I'd always said 'This Morning' was my dream job so to actually get it and actually be standing there and saying 'Hello, welcome to 'This Morning'... ' that was a big moment.
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Miranda Kerr
Australian Model
I feel like life is really short, and it's important to enjoy yourself and embrace whatever comes your way, whether it's a challenging day or a great day, just welcome it with open arms. No matter who you are, you can't escape challenges; they are part of life.
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Tyler Perry
American Actor
I know that there are a lot of people out there with stories far worse than mine but you, too, can make it. To those of you who have, welcome to life. I celebrate you.
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Simon Sinek
English Author
We live in times of high stress. Messages that are simple, messages that are inspiring, messages that are life-affirming, are a welcome break from our real lives.
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George Santayana
Spanish Philosopher
We must welcome the future, remembering that soon it will be the past; and we must respect the past, remembering that it was once all that was humanly possible.
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Audre Lorde
American Poet
When we speak we are afraid our words will not be heard or welcomed. But when we are silent, we are still afraid. So it is better to speak.
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Gillian Jacobs
American Actress
I've had a very positive experience in L.A. in the comedy world and found everyone to be very nice and welcoming. It's been really fun.
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Gary Bauer
American Public Servant
All of my judges will want to welcome every child into the world, give them a place at the table.
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Al Pacino
American Actor
There has been a lot of self-doubt and unwelcome events in my life.
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Brooke Shields
American Actress
Modeling is the world that I feel most welcome in.
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Holly Willoughby
English Celebrity
My first day of 'This Morning' was pretty wow, and I think that was just because it was a big huge deal for me. I'd always said 'This Morning' was my dream job so to actually get it and actually be standing there and saying 'Hello, welcome to 'This Morning'... ' that was a big moment.
Quote examples
Miranda Kerr
Australian Model
I feel like life is really short, and it's important to enjoy yourself and embrace whatever comes your way, whether it's a challenging day or a great day, just welcome it with open arms. No matter who you are, you can't escape challenges; they are part of life.
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Tyler Perry
American Actor
I know that there are a lot of people out there with stories far worse than mine but you, too, can make it. To those of you who have, welcome to life. I celebrate you.
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Simon Sinek
English Author
We live in times of high stress. Messages that are simple, messages that are inspiring, messages that are life-affirming, are a welcome break from our real lives.
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George Santayana
Spanish Philosopher
We must welcome the future, remembering that soon it will be the past; and we must respect the past, remembering that it was once all that was humanly possible.
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Audre Lorde
American Poet
When we speak we are afraid our words will not be heard or welcomed. But when we are silent, we are still afraid. So it is better to speak.
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Gillian Jacobs
American Actress
I've had a very positive experience in L.A. in the comedy world and found everyone to be very nice and welcoming. It's been really fun.
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Gary Bauer
American Public Servant
All of my judges will want to welcome every child into the world, give them a place at the table.
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Al Pacino
American Actor
There has been a lot of self-doubt and unwelcome events in my life.
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Brooke Shields
American Actress
Modeling is the world that I feel most welcome in.
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