hello

Example Sentences

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You'd have a little nod and say hello.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

“The Comeback” has a way of reappearing with Valerie’s perky “hello, hello, hello!” at inflection points like this, making the perpetually out-of-step performer uncannily right on time, always.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

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

She waved hello to Mr. Pallo, the cheery older man who was watching the horses while Mr. Vita was gone.

From "I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919" by Lauren Tarshis