welcome mat
Example Sentences
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“We are right now not rolling out the welcome mat, we are putting up all sorts of signs saying stay away, and that’s what is resonating with fans and players,” said Bruen.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
The welcome mat is out for high school coaches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 10, 2025
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
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
