applaud
Example Sentences
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“His unethical actions have had real, lasting consequences for our democracy, and we applaud the California Supreme Court’s decision to disbar him.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
When he slumped off, even the India supporters rose to their feet to applaud.
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
There’s a decent chance analysts will applaud, just like they did back in November when management beat expectations and raised guidance.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026
Under the trees, the downpour is making the coconut fronds applaud.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
Vocabulary lists containing applaud
"Macbeth" Vocabulary from Act V
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Unit 3, Week 1
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