applause
Example Sentences
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After a recent rewatch, however, David said he thought it was “pretty good,” to a round of applause from the audience.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026
There are no penalties for being at the bottom, but those at the top get a round of applause in Slack, and sometimes a gift card.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
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
Woodland received a warm reception from the crowd down the stretch, which turned to rapturous applause and chants of "Gary, Gary" as he sank his putt for victory.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
After a moment, and to polite applause, he recovered.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing applause
Academy Awards, List 2
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Spelling Practice, Unit 3
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"One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia, List 8
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