applauded
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Other survivors of child marriage also applauded the new law.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
Shonda Rhimes, Viola Davis and Gabrielle Union all applauded Cassius in the comments, calling him an incredible young man.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
Speaking on BBC Radio Solent, former Cherries full-back Charlie Daniels added: "It is a big occasion. A big moment for the club, and they should be applauded for it."
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
Many in the audience laughed and applauded, when they should have gasped or moaned.
From Slate ● Sep. 10, 2026
And then he applauded as fast as he could and a great cascade of papers filled the air.
From "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster
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