applauded
Example Sentences
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I found myself drawn to Buckingham Palace, where the crowd roared and applauded when people appeared on the balcony.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Some on social media have called Cohen’s TV antics a stunt, while others have applauded it as genius marketing.
From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026
The speech has been widely applauded for its diplomatic skill in encouraging US President Donald Trump to defend democratic values against aggressors in a "volatile world".
From BBC • May 2, 2026
Tucci’s endearingly steadfast Nigel is finally applauded for his years of service to Runway, and I was dismayed to find myself rolling my eyes at how corny the moment felt.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
The conclave applauded with each announcement, accepting Scythes Goodall, Schrödinger, and Colbert into the MidMerican Scythedom.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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