clap
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A clap of thunder cracked over the town of Lege-Cap-Ferret, and a few raindrops started to fall over the coastal region that has seen France's worst wildfire since 1949.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
Now she has quit the party, saying her youth meant she "couldn't just stand there and clap the government and pretend like nothing is happening".
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
“Get your hands warmed up—we’re going to clap the syllables, ready?”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
There were some on the terraces who stayed behind to clap the team off, but others showed their displeasure by booing after a meek display left Newcastle 12th in the Premier League.
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2026
I snort so loud, I have to clap my hands over my mouth.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
It’s the explosion of relief when a prank ends, often in humiliation, always with hoots and claps.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
They paired up for a fast-counting exercise where partners took turns counting to three as fast as they could, then substituted claps or foot-stamping for numbers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026
Still carrying his school bag, he claps his hands - a gesture that appears calm.
From BBC ● Feb. 25, 2026
Students stand in a circle as an instructor, Rusty Trzpuc, who wears a leather belt imprinted with the word “sold” on the back, claps out a metronomic beat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 28, 2025
When we finally come to a stop, he jumps to the ground, turns, and claps twice.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
When Verdugo appointed himself mayor, the audience whooped and clapped.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
Crowds of men in matching tracksuits clapped in unison and waved national flags as sand-coloured stallion Hankerven, adorned with jewellery and a traditional carpet, clinched the top prize.
From Barron's ● Jun. 5, 2026
One star seemed genuinely enthralled that people recognized her and clapped when she came out, the other one seemed like he couldn’t get out of the show fast enough and get back to bed.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2026
Martin's family clapped and hugged after the sentencing was passed.
From BBC ● Mar. 31, 2026
Lady Constance snapped out of her daze and clapped her hands.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
The applause duly began before the famous door opened, so the first sight and sound to greet Andy Burnham and his wife were crowds of clapping staff, crammed into the Downing Street hall.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Trump stayed put, however, clapping and smiling until Rodri thrusted the trophy skyward and gold confetti shot from cannons behind them to officially start the celebration.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
"People should seek treatment when they fall ill," he said as he turned to thank the healthcare workers behind him who were clapping.
From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2026
They’re clapping for you because you are a hero.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026
A mix of mumbles and sporadic clapping fills the room.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
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