She gladly/eagerly 'embraced' [='welcomed'] the opportunity/chance to study abroad.
These ideas have been (widely) 'embraced' by a the scientific community.
They 'embraced' one last time before going their separate ways.
(..) everything I did was for her. But maybe it wasn't. Maybe I love power more. that there was any opportunity or capacity to sacrifice in it, I would embrace any sacrifice for you and for those dear to you. Try to hold me in your mind, at some quiet times, the time will not be long in coming, (..)2017 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 65 Season: 5 Episode 13