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applaud

[uh-plawd] / əˈplɔd /


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One woman stood to applaud as he continued to lean into shared ground: “We pray for the same things.”

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026

It’s one thing we all ought to applaud.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

At district events, such as the superintendent’s annual address, they tend to rise and applaud on cue.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

When he slumped off, even the India supporters rose to their feet to applaud.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

They part only to applaud and shriek and then his arms are around her again.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti




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