with open arms

idiom

: in a very kind and friendly way
We were welcomed back with open arms.

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Instead of blaming the previous owners, the Richmond SPCA respected their wishes and welcomed Briton into their care with open arms. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Mar. 2025 The moves!), the fashion world has welcomed Tyla with open arms. Funmi Fetto, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2025 As butter melts, silken tofu welcomes it with open arms, soaking up the golden goodness. Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 20 Feb. 2025 Keep reading for more $30-and-under wreaths on Amazon, and welcome spring with open arms. Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for with open arms

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“With open arms.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/with%20open%20arms. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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