(1) The White House gave Begin a cordial reception when he made his first visit in July.

(2) They gave us a very cordial reception.

(3) The hotel offered a cordial reception to the guests .

(4) They got a cordial reception, as did the Bush people.

(5) Mrs Linton, recalling old times, would have me give you a cordial reception; and, of course, I am gratified when anything occurs to please her.

(6) In a corner several young men conversing animatedly . I went up to them and introduced myself. They gave me a most cordial reception.

(7) Maybe the tide was turning; I even got a cordial reception on Don Imuss radio show.

(8) Afterward, Raguel slaughtered a ram from the flock and gave them a cordial reception.