applause
Example Sentences
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However, on her return to Old Trafford earlier this season in the Women's Champions League, Earps was given a warm applause at full-time by home fans.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
“Those copycats up north aren’t going to be stealing this one,” said Spiegel, as the crowd erupted into applause and laughter.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026
The crowd, which greeted Paul with boos before settling into sullen, begrudging applause when prodded, is fully prepared for a distraction.
From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026
They’re the ones that brought me MobileMe,’” he said to raucous laughter and applause.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Natalie left the podium riding high on a wave of cheers and applause from half a million people.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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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