A sight for sore eyes

Meaning

Something or someone pleasing to see, especially after a long time or difficult experience.

Examples

• John: After that long flight, seeing my family was <b>a sight for sore eyes</b>.
• Alice: I can only imagine! It must have been wonderful.
• John: It really was. They were all waiting for me at the airport. Such <b>a sight for sore eyes</b>!
• Alice: I’m glad you had such a warm welcome.