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ovation

[oh-vey-shuhn] / oʊˈveɪ ʃən /


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Kopitar received another standing ovation after the team handshakes, acknowledging the cheers from the crowd.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Before the matches started, the crowd gave a standing ovation to the players to celebrate the contribution of O'Sullivan, Higgins and Williams, who have won 14 world titles between them.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

He was a constant threat on Liverpool's left-flank, receiving a deserved standing ovation when he was substituted after 69 minutes.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

He managed to mutter a few words with the help of his host, and was thrilled to receive a standing ovation from the crown for his efforts.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

I know, because there was a standing ovation, which made me feel like one hundred dollars.

From "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer




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