applauded
Example Sentences
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Pelley’s stunning remarks at the meeting were applauded by his colleagues.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Her comments were applauded by the audience who gave her a standing ovation when she stopped speaking.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
Trump beamed and applauded when hundreds of Chinese schoolchildren in brightly coloured outfits waved flags and flowers and chanted "welcome, welcome, warm welcome".
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Some in the crowd of more than 1,000 people in a high-school gym chuckled and applauded.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
As Sarah returned to her seat, the rest of the class applauded politely.
From "The Thing About Jellyfish" by Ali Benjamin
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