applauded

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During his questioning, Joe Biden, then a young senator from Delaware, applauded Nixon’s choice: “If he picks a conservative, I want him to pick a straight one and a bright one.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

He urged "those who organise death routes, traffic in human beings" to "stop and repent", raising his voice for emphasis as the crowd applauded.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

Pelley’s stunning remarks at the meeting were applauded by his colleagues.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

An audience member who witnessed Pike's speech, and who wished to remain anonymous, applauded the actress for her intervention.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

We Souls, sitting in the audience, applauded, and Ethan stood and yelled, "Bravo! Mrs. Reynolds. Bravo!"

From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg