acclamation

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The Kazakh was the only candidate left standing and was named president by acclamation at the annual congress in Rome.

From Barron's

Ratification was then confirmed by acclamation - in the form of applause - rather than a traditional vote, with only Norway's football federation abstaining, and criticising the bidding process.

From BBC

Nations gave their votes by 'acclamation' - clapping in front of their cameras via their video links.

From BBC

Rather than a traditional vote, it has been suggested the ratification process will be confirmed by acclamation - with federations in favour asked to show their support by applauding.

From BBC

It has been suggested that rather than a traditional vote, ratification might instead be confirmed by acclamation - with federations in favour asked to show their support by applauding.

From BBC