welcome mat
Example Sentences
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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
He added that "the last thing we need is a welcome mat for people who extol criminals and terrorists".
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2025
That’s why, for its inaugural edition, the art fair Esther put out a welcome mat.
From New York Times • May 2, 2024
Before long, stodgy Zurich removed the welcome mat.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 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
