applaud

Example Sentences

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"I applaud your steadfastness in the face of such pressure," Sir Khan wrote.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

“I want to applaud you because I have had zero — zero — people reach out to me during this tax season about the IRS,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

In 1999, at the Oscars, Elia Kazan was given a lifetime achievement award, and Amy and her husband, Ed Harris, did not stand, did not applaud during the standing ovation.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Most would applaud such an effort—and gladly offer advice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

My heart beat in my chest like it wanted to applaud, too.

From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green