applauded
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Each major conference applauded the bipartisan bill, but noted they were still studying the proposal’s details.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
A few scenes later, a pelican switches on a cotton candy machine with its bill, sending hot sugar whirring through the air — seriously — and I nearly applauded in delight.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Trump beamed and applauded when hundreds of Chinese schoolchildren in brightly coloured outfits waved flags and flowers and chanted "welcome, welcome, warm welcome".
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
The speech has been widely applauded for its diplomatic skill in encouraging US President Donald Trump to defend democratic values against aggressors in a "volatile world".
From BBC • May 2, 2026
Most people applauded her wins, but there was always someone lurking in the wings who didn’t want to see her succeed.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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