greeted

Example Sentences

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Several graduations this spring featured tone-deaf commencement speeches praising artificial intelligence, which the crowds greeted with a symphony of boos.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

As they started emerging from the terminal, with the Turkish activists at the front, they were greeted by cries of "Allahu Akbar!"

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Each turnover being a rare event, most every fresh host has been greeted with a chorus of “Who? What? Why?” before time accords the newcomer a patina of inevitability.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

At the launch for the event today, the royal couple were greeted by Irish dancers and musicians.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

While the adults greeted each other enthusiastically, Mary Lou and Jeremy glared at each other.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville