applauded
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Robert Bonner, the influential former chair of the Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission who oversaw hearings and probes of alleged deputy gangs in that role, applauded the new policy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026
The American Civil Liberties Union applauded the move over a practice it said conlifted with "human dignity, fairness, and the values enshrined in our Constitution."
From Barron's ● Nov. 5, 2026
The visitors were applauded into the Stade Marcel-Deflandre by home fans,, external while several of the Lions players were in tears during a minute's silence before kick-off.
From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026
A smaller number of comments applauded the administration’s plan saying that it would “strengthen kindergarten readiness.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
A single slow clap pattered offstage; the drama club director, overwhelmed with feels, applauded.
From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles
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