with open arms

Idioms

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

Example Sentences

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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

"Obviously...we'd welcome him with open arms," he was reported to have said at the time.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 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

I went around the front of the car to the other side, where Papá and Mamá stood with open arms.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez

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