They also welcome American presence as an opportunity for future economic development.

But the Jews were a strong and welcome presence wherever they settled, often forming the main economic life of a town.

Caroline, though she was obviously a welcome presence, had little to say at these meals.

Moreover, Mars was a welcome presence on pop radio all year long.

His enthusiastic devotion to opera made him a frequent and welcome presence in this house.

Together they make up a welcome new Chinese presence, which is felt even in the ensembles.

Despite the welcome presence of Loki's magic fire, the room was cold.

After a moment, Will detected a pleasant fragrance and a welcome presence to his right.

The painting in the exhibition is only her third, but she is a welcome presence.

Captain Gold's voice was a welcome presence inside the suddenly lonely confines of his pressure suit.