with open arms

idiom

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

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Demonstrating true Southern resilience, however, the 676-person town has worked to rebuild and recover where possible, and many of its businesses are welcoming back visitors with open arms. Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 5 July 2025 And while fewer people are gathering to smoke outside the bar, the bar inside welcomes patrons with open arms and a drink. Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 3 July 2025 During night one of his two-night homestand at the Ryman Auditorium, former drummer for The Beatles and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Ringo Starr was welcomed with open arms by Nashville's country-music industry. Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025 State and local officials are welcoming data centers with open arms. Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 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 19 Jul. 2025.

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