applauded

Example Sentences

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So, Ms. Super, who rang the closing bell on June 2 at the New York Stock Exchange to celebrate the new ticker, is to be applauded for the rebranding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

An audience member who witnessed Pike's speech, and who wished to remain anonymous, applauded the actress for her intervention.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Each major conference applauded the bipartisan bill, but noted they were still studying the proposal’s details.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

City Councilmember Nithya Raman, who applauded the mayor at her emergency declaration event, is now looking to unseat her.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

The pleasant feeling it gave me was unaccustomed, too, and gave me a small hint of what the players must experience when the audience applauded their efforts.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood