with open arms

idiom

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

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While portrayed by the Trump administration as hardened criminals, the Venezuelans deported from the United States were welcomed back with open arms as prodigal sons and daughters — ironically, by the man in charge of the repressive apparatus that initially forced many of them to flee. Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025 What To Know Gen Z, which consists of workers up to 28, was far more likely to embrace a return to in-office work with open arms. Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025 They were relieved, and a bit surprised, to have been immediately welcomed into the community with open arms. Lauren Wissot, IndieWire, 10 Mar. 2025 Take a moment to step outside, breathe in the fresh air, and welcome the season of renewal with open arms. Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 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 25 Mar. 2025.

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