applauded
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An audience member who witnessed Pike's speech, and who wished to remain anonymous, applauded the actress for her intervention.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Each major conference applauded the bipartisan bill, but noted they were still studying the proposal’s details.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
City Councilmember Nithya Raman, who applauded the mayor at her emergency declaration event, is now looking to unseat her.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 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 defense lawyers, prosecutors, family members, and deputy sheriffs applauded.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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