- present participle of clap.
clapping
Example Sentences
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With Boro leading 1-0 in the 80th minute through a Lankshear goal, the striker slowly jogged off the pitch while clapping the fans.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
This was not the first time this season the two-time All-Star has been seen clapping toward other players or officials during a game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026
Dallas Wing guard Paige Bueckers and Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaün are among the other players who have been assessed technical fouls this season for clapping after a play.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026
Instead of clapping, his speech prompted loud boos.
From Barron's ● May 19, 2026
I see Mr. Shephard clapping and whistling, and I hear Charlie shout, “Yay, Isaiah!”
From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist
