standing ovation

Example Sentences

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An unimaginable weight rested on his shoulders when Alfonzo stepped into the batter’s box to a standing ovation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026

Ochoa replaced starter Raúl Rangel and was greeted with a standing ovation from a large portion of the 80,824 fans at Azteca Stadium.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

As he was substituted, he left the pitch to a standing ovation.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

Dressed in a white top, pink skirt and matching shoes, Williams arrived on court to cheers and a standing ovation from the capacity crowd in the Andy Murray Arena.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

When I finished reading the poem, I got a standing ovation.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers