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applause

[uh-plawz] / əˈplɔz /


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That redemption arc was met with rapturous applause.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

On Monday, actor Jake Johnson got an enthusiastic round of applause when he announced onstage that NBC’s new show “Sunset P.I.” would be filming in Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The announcements were met with applause and cries of joy from the crowd in Caracas.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

It was a cheerful ending for what had proved an unexpectedly successful four days in the US, where the King's speech to Congress had particularly drawn applause.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

He held up a shiny trophy, and the crowd broke out in rowdy applause.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry




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