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with open arms

Idioms  

  1. Enthusiastically, warmly, as in They received their new daughter-in-law with open arms. This term alludes to an embrace. [Mid-1600s]

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Craig Melvin, Savannah Guthrie's co-host said the programme "cannot wait to welcome her back with open arms".

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had lauded the bravery of the women, vowing they would be welcomed with open arms.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

Coplan said the group welcomed him with open arms when he said he was from Polymarket.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

Sheinbaum’s government launched a reintegration program called México te Abraza, or Mexico welcomes you with open arms, that has provided limited support to those returning, according to migrant advocates.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2026

Camel sobs and sniffs his way to sleep, despite Walter’s repeated assurances that his family will welcome him with open arms.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

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