standing ovation

Example Sentences

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At those prices, “you’d better laugh, give it a standing ovation, applaud, put it on Yelp and Google—the whole works,” said producer and theater communications executive Jay Michaels.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The remarks drew a standing ovation, starting on the Democratic side of the chamber, before spreading across the entire room.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

The Scot then made a break of 49 on his way to sealing a match-winning frame, with both players getting a standing ovation as the tie finished.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

He returned to his position in center field, serenaded by a standing ovation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

The Blue Devil mascot earns a standing ovation by back-flipping right into the principal.

From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson