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applaud

[uh-plawd] / əˈplɔd /


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In marking these tragic anniversaries, let’s applaud the liberty and prosperity that lulls us, while vowing to resist the totalitarian threats menacing us, be they overseas or next door.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

You take pride in your work, and I applaud that.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

At the opening event, the emcee announced that Sanders was in attendance and the audience rose to applaud.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

"I have to applaud the BBC for the ambition," says Adrian Bradley of the Euro Trip podcast, which follows the competition's ups-and-downs.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

And I’m sure that’s what everybody does as they applaud and cheer.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi




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