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as in ovation
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
a design for a memorial for the victims of the attack that has received nothing but applause from officials, commentators, and the general public
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as in accolade
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
a heroic effort by the fire department that deserves the applause of everyone in the city
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Recent Examples of applause
His update was met with applause at the meeting, which included city and Mecklenburg County leaders.
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Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2025
Ivey's comments sparked loud applause and cheers from the audience.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
The Gary Common Council unanimously voted against rezoning for a new gas station in the city, inciting applause and approval from various public commenters.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Following the screening, the audience erupted into applause and stayed seated for the Q&A with Landon, Fahy and Sklenar.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 10 Mar. 2025
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Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2025
Ivey's comments sparked loud applause and cheers from the audience.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
The Gary Common Council unanimously voted against rezoning for a new gas station in the city, inciting applause and approval from various public commenters.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Following the screening, the audience erupted into applause and stayed seated for the Q&A with Landon, Fahy and Sklenar.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 10 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for applause
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applause
Noun
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The students’ third and final performance earned a standing ovation.—
Del Mar Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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The emotions were unavoidable on Saturday for Ian Happ, who got a standing ovation for his 1,000th game as a Cub, as well as Matthew Boyd, who got choked up after winning his first start at Wrigley Field in a Cubs uniform, thinking of his late grandfather, a Cubs fan who grew up in Chicago.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The honor adds to a long list of accolades in her extraordinary career.—
Kim Elsesser,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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But the gritty crime drama is more than deserving of its accolades, and Goggins, as Detective Shane Vendrell, is a major reason for its success.—
Daniel Dockery,
Vulture,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But the crowning glory of this inventive cocktail is the charred goat cheese olives.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Fans hoping to see the tournament return to its former glory will have to wait and see if WWE changes its mind in the future.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With the Yankees’ season now two weeks old, however, Goldschmidt has earned nothing but acclaim in the early going of his pinstriped career.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
11 Apr. 2025
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That’s the key to the show’s popularity and media acclaim.—
Armond White,
National Review,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In an interview with Fox Business on Wednesday, Dimon said rising interest rates, sticky inflation, and widening credit spreads are setting the stage for a wave of financial strain among U.S. companies.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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The production house’s scripted entertainment credits include Varsity Blues, Coach Carter, One Tree Hill and Smallville.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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McConaughey shared similar praise for Hudson in an April interview with People.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
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Kaye adds to the chorus of praise.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
14 Mar. 2025
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The actor has also received Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG and Tony Award nominations, as well as a BAFTA Award, two Independent Spirit Awards and four NAACP Image Awards, among myriad honors.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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In 1986, Workman was a recipient of a 1986 National Heritage Fellowship, the U.S. government’s highest honor in the folk arts.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Applause.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applause. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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