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give a big hand

VERB
clap
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bang cheer pat slap
STRONG
acclaim approve praise thwack whack
WEAK
give a hand hear it for strike gently
Antonyms
STRONG
censure denounce disapprove

Example Sentences

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Well, everyone give a big hand to Jonathan Kanter.

From New York Times • Mar. 20, 2023

Jerami Grant has been a welcome addition in Portland, averaging 21.8 points per game to give a big hand to Damian Lillard.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 27, 2022

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