welcome
interjection
(a word of kindly greeting, as to one whose arrival gives pleasure).
have welcomed
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present perfectof welcome.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Supporters have welcomed the chance to bring the dilapidated complex back to life, with one describing it as "the beating heart of Crystal Palace, much loved and used".
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
While some children's charities have welcomed the reforms as long overdue protections, others have warned they could result in children using the internet in unsafe ways.
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026
He might have welcomed CPS into his home, as he did.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
Lake, Turner and Shula lamented losing Verse — “a brother for life,” Turner said — but they have welcomed Garrett.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
I would have welcomed dropping down on a bit of sidewalk, but I didn’t know what was allowed or what bit of sidewalk was spoken for.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
