cheers

Example Sentences

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Gasps turned to cheers as his safety brake snapped into place, halting the fall.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

There were small cheers from those in the know as the rocket past the moment of maximum danger - one minute and 10 seconds into the launch.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

There were fireworks, there was a flyover, there was Will Ferrell screaming and Keith Williams Jr. crooning and four months of cheers unleashed by fans wearing championship belts and howling grins.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Outside the courtroom the hugs and cheers continued with the family thanking the police and prosecutors who brought McCullagh to justice.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Beth clapped her hands, regardless of the biscuit she held, and Jo tossed up her napkin, crying, “A letter! A letter! Three cheers for Father!”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott