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applause

[uh-plawz] / əˈplɔz /


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Applause resounded once more as the spacecraft successfully deployed.

From Barron's • Nov. 13, 2025

Applause and aws erupted as soon as the film tribute began.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2025

Applause broke out in parts of the convention hall Wednesday after the vote.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2024

Applause erupted moments later, when the sun peeked back out from behind the lunar surface.

From New York Times • Apr. 5, 2024

He points to these metal boxes attached to the ceiling that light up like exit signs, only they say Applause instead of Exit.

From "When You Reach Me" by Rebecca Stead




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