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applause

[uh-plawz] / əˈplɔz /


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We got back to rounds of applause from our colleagues for surviving.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Fairey was forthcoming about his opinions on art, politics and technology, drawing applause at one point for saying that using AI in art is not something to be afraid of.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

News of millennial feminism’s demise has been met with much applause.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Woodland received a warm reception from the crowd down the stretch, which turned to rapturous applause and chants of "Gary, Gary" as he sank his putt for victory.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Alice didn’t get any applause for this either, but she carried the picture around anyway, and showed it to anyone who would hold still.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson




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