applause
Example Sentences
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When asked for a response to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, he said "grub" which drew applause from the audience.
From BBC
The remark drew thunderous applause before the joint session of the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times
A Venezuelan dissident sprung from prison surprised his niece in the gallery, to applause.
Of course there is always performative applause at the annual speech, regardless of party.
From Salon
Awards ceremonies often have microphones placed at various spots around the auditorium, to pick up ambient crowd noise as well as applause and cheering.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
