applaud

Example Sentences

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When he slumped off, even the India supporters rose to their feet to applaud.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

“We applaud the industry effort in creating standardized benchmarks,” said Trevor Cook, head of loan operations at Carta, whose systems help investors, fund managers and the companies they back manage data and workflows.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

“I applaud the tireless work of community activists who partnered with local and state agencies to finish the job and improve the health and safety of this community. This is a win for all Californians.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

I applaud the fact that you are pulling in $250,000 with $3 million in investable assets to fall back on, and $60,000 a year in Social Security benefits.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 13, 2026

I reached the end of my tune thinking he might take this as an opportunity to applaud or maybe even apologize for underestimating me.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris