applauded

Example Sentences

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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

Trump applauded the boys and girls who jumped while chanting “welcome” to the American president, as well as a short ceremonial procession by the People’s Liberation Army, before the two men proceeded into the hall.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

All eyes were on her as she ran out at Stamford Bridge to warm up next to City's supporters and she applauded them enthusiastically.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

They came to terms, and a moment later they walked to the stage, applauded by the journalists and well-wishers who’d been waiting patiently.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady