acclamation
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But he knew enough to avoid committing himself to any policy promise before he was selected as Labour’s leader and the next prime minister by acclamation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
The acclamation continued to build, and the Spanish auteur was overcome with gratitude — for a few moments.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 11, 2026
The Kazakh was the only candidate left standing and was named president by acclamation at the annual congress in Rome.
From Barron's ● Nov. 23, 2025
Rather than a traditional vote, it has been suggested the ratification process will be confirmed by acclamation - with federations in favour asked to show their support by applauding.
From BBC ● Dec. 11, 2024
Then there was acclamation, pandemonium, a crush of bears surging forward to pay homage to Iofur’s conqueror.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
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