greetings

Example Sentences

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As bells rang out across the Vatican and the crowd applauded, Leo concluded his blessing by offering Easter greetings in several languages, including Latin, Arabic and Chinese.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

In the mornings, Christine eagerly awaits the brightly colored, highly vocal birds swooping into their garden, whooping their greetings before flying off into the junglelike foliage.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

He was waiting with colleagues in the back of the public meeting room during most of the afternoon, ready with friendly greetings for people as they passed by.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

In an unusual break from the usual choreography of visits by foreign leaders, the White House didn’t open the Oval Office sit-down to the press and skipped the customary greetings and joint remarks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

As soon as the greetings were over, she began to speak.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman