thunderous reception

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"Thank you for bringing back the joy," Walz said, to a thunderous reception.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2024

The gesture was met with a more thunderous reception on Buffalo’s end.

From Washington Times • Sep. 24, 2023

In addition to a thunderous reception from supporters and dignitaries, a steak meal awaited the rowers upon their arrival shortly after lunchtime on February 10.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2016

There was a thunderous reception for Bryant in Philadelphia, memorable ones in Washington, Detroit and Toronto too.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2015

Nevertheless, Jose, Colleen and Leading Man Jason Robards were unprepared for the thunderous reception that greeted this Moon.

From Time Magazine Archive