welcome mat
Example Sentences
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Jesus would not only roll out the welcome mat for homeless people — he would embrace them.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
Uganda is among a raft of poorer countries pulling back the welcome mat, which officials here blame on deep cuts to American aid.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025
Spurs had finally agreed a deal after long negotiations and had the welcome mat ready until the Gunners stepped in to snatch the boyhood Arsenal fan, who was at the club until he was 13.
From BBC • Aug. 31, 2025
That’s why, for its inaugural edition, the art fair Esther put out a welcome mat.
From New York Times • May 2, 2024
So even if Cecile showed up on Papa’s welcome mat, Big Ma wouldn’t swing the front door open.
From "One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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