warm welcome

Idioms

A hearty, hospitable reception or greeting, as in We got a very warm welcome when we finally arrived. This expression, dating from the mid-1700s, should not be confused with the similar warm reception, which from about 1700 signified a hostile welcome, as in His rivals were planning a warm reception for him.

Example Sentences

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Tamba — Walking into Tamba, you’re immediately struck by the opulent decor and warm welcome from the host.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

During the parade of nations at Friday’s opening ceremony, the U.S. team received a warm welcome.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2026

"How our fans will react, I have no clue how that's going to be. He gets a warm welcome from me, that's for sure."

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

"We look forward to engaging discussions with him on bilateral relations and regional issues," Indian foreign ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal said in a statement, offering Muttaqi a "warm welcome".

From Barron's • Oct. 9, 2025

Even though they didn’t expect a warm welcome, no one was to be seen at the station, not even the attendants.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers

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