with open arms
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"We welcome them with open arms," said Pearlman.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
Not to worry, he points out: the same manosphere bros who deemed Thompson soft or a simp for showering Megan with gifts are welcoming him back with open arms.
From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026
“We need to come at them with open arms and say, ‘You’re not stupid because you lost this money.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
Spurs fans pin the blame on Levy for failing to back the coach and many would welcome Pochettino back with open arms.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
A white woman with orange hair comes toward us with open arms.
From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi
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