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applause

[uh-plawz] / əˈplɔz /


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Fairey was forthcoming about his opinions on art, politics and technology, drawing applause at one point for saying that using AI in art is not something to be afraid of.

From Los Angeles Times

Perhaps that soft crackle that he’d so often heard was actually a burst of applause, a triumphant greeting from others in that realm welcoming a new soul.

From Literature

Woodland received a warm reception from the crowd down the stretch, which turned to rapturous applause and chants of "Gary, Gary" as he sank his putt for victory.

From BBC

That elicited a round of applause from others in the crowd.

From BBC

There was applause from guests in the East Room of the White House, who included French first lady Brigitte Macron.

From Barron's