as in congratulations
best wishes
when you see him, give him my sincerest greetings
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Recent Examples of greetings
Travel experts share key etiquette tips — from greetings to restaurant behavior — to help visitors blend in while exploring Paris.
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Eve Chen, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
From before greetings to after goodbyes, these films trace love’s ever-evolving shapes.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
The training starts with the basics, including the manual alphabet, numbers, common greetings, and everyday signs.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 18 Mar. 2026
Her family is careful about visitors, too; the neighbor kids, for example, wave and shout greetings from the doorway instead of crowding inside.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
Birds chirped and neighbors emerged from hibernation, exchanging greetings after months indoors.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Omorodion described the evening as immersive, noting the Japanese greetings and communal toast.
—J.m. Banks
march 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
At cocktail hour, between greetings and exchanges, attendees including Martha Stewart and supermodel Anne V were welcomed to shop unique and rare orchids—with all proceeds directly supporting NYBG’s mission and commitment to research, education, and outreach.
—Savannah Hanoum, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026
Tail wagging, happy whining, and excited greetings when your husband comes home tell me Eddie likes him.
—Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026
Eve Chen, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
From before greetings to after goodbyes, these films trace love’s ever-evolving shapes.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
The training starts with the basics, including the manual alphabet, numbers, common greetings, and everyday signs.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 18 Mar. 2026
Her family is careful about visitors, too; the neighbor kids, for example, wave and shout greetings from the doorway instead of crowding inside.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
Birds chirped and neighbors emerged from hibernation, exchanging greetings after months indoors.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Omorodion described the evening as immersive, noting the Japanese greetings and communal toast.
—J.m. Banks
march 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
At cocktail hour, between greetings and exchanges, attendees including Martha Stewart and supermodel Anne V were welcomed to shop unique and rare orchids—with all proceeds directly supporting NYBG’s mission and commitment to research, education, and outreach.
—Savannah Hanoum, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026
Tail wagging, happy whining, and excited greetings when your husband comes home tell me Eddie likes him.
—Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for greetings
Noun
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Stephanie Kuzydym,
Louisville Courier Journal,
1 Apr. 2026
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His approval rating also declined with regards to the reduction of the cost of the government and returning America to its values.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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All decisions of the judges regarding this Promotion are final and binding in all respects.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Mark Conrad, 63, stood outside the funeral home Tuesday morning in his white officer cap to pay his respects.—
Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Greetings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greetings. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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