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applause

[uh-plawz] / əˈplɔz /


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When Trump praised Rubio during his State of the Union, the secretary mouthed “thank you,” placed a hand on his heart, and briefly stood to acknowledge the applause before ducking back into his seat.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

He walked off to a round of applause from the crowd, but he didn’t notice.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The chancellor's remarks did prompt some applause in the Bundestag, among his own MPs in the conservative CDU party as well as from lawmakers in the far-right AfD.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

In a move advocates hailed as a step towards healing and possible reparations, the resolution was adopted to applause by a vote of 123 in favor, three against and 52 abstentions.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

I just have to stand there, at center stage, soaking up the applause.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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