with open arms
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Dudamel initially spoke little English, but the Latino community welcomed him with open arms.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
The community is seen rallying around him in his darkest hours—a beautiful display that is mirrored in the way that Richmond itself has welcomed “Ted Lasso” fans, seemingly with open arms.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 10, 2026
The letter thanked the city for welcoming supporters with "open arms, open bars and open minds".
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
The NFL, however, wasn’t ready to welcome the scandal-plagued passer with open arms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
I'm making this journal a letter to Baba, writing as though he'll be waiting for me with open arms at the airport.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
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