clapping

Example Sentences

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They’re clapping for you because you are a hero.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

I was met by A.I. and people with celebration—emojis and clapping memes, “I’m so relieved,” and “You must be so happy.”

From Slate • May 6, 2026

Dancers bounced to the sound of BTS on an avenue in Mexico City, clapping and screaming at a pep rally kicking off a string of concerts by the South Korean superstars.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Behind the music was a man whose musical talent was matched by a devilish sense of self-deprecating humour – referring to himself as "Hairy Styles" and clapping back at his critics.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

“Oh, very noble,” he said sarcastically, his clapping too slow and exaggerated to be sincere.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix