applause

Example Sentences

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

From Slate • Mar. 31, 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

That elicited a round of applause from others in the crowd.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

In a move advocates hailed as a step towards healing and possible reparations, the resolution was adopted to applause by a vote of 123 in favor, three against and 52 abstentions.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Now all eyes turned to the footlights, as each dancer came forward to take a bow and bask in the applause.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood