with open arms

idiom

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

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But the city was also welcoming travelling fans with open arms, not only from across Kazakhstan but pretty much everywhere, including some from India, whose baggage had been lost in transit, meaning an entirely new winter wardrobe was required to brave the elements. Lucy Oliva, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024 Sure enough, the car-buying public greeted the throwback model with open arms and wallets (some examples were being flipped for double the sticker price during the early months). Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Dec. 2024 What’s more, Kiwis welcome visitors with open arms. Roger Sands, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024 Derrick not only falls for Alana but her entire family welcome him with open arms. Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 2 Dec. 2024 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 Dec. 2024.

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