hello

Example Sentences

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We met briefly there and just said hello.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

At a news conference in Auckland announcing his appointment, Rennie's opening words in Maori were "Kia orana koutou", which translate as "hello to all" or "hello everyone".

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

At least four people in line have written books about the case, including Hirsch, co-author of a book with juror Amie Williams, who dialed in on FaceTime to say hello to old acquaintances.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

“She says hello to everyone. Remembers everybody’s name. She is the dream No. 1 on the call sheet and she leads by example and sets the tone.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

“Um, hello? You’re, like, standing on my front porch?”

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller