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applaud

[uh-plawd] / əˈplɔd /


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“I want to applaud you because I have had zero — zero — people reach out to me during this tax season about the IRS,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

There’s a decent chance analysts will applaud, just like they did back in November when management beat expectations and raised guidance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

I found it telling that so many European politicians and politicians in the audience jumped on the warmth of his words, rising to their feet to applaud the US Secretary of State.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

“I applaud the tireless work of community activists who partnered with local and state agencies to finish the job and improve the health and safety of this community. This is a win for all Californians.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 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