applauded

Example Sentences

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Both fighters received treatment in the ring with Rozicki requiring oxygen before they embraced and raised their arms to a packed crowd who applauded their efforts at Bournemouth International Centre.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Each major conference applauded the bipartisan bill, but noted they were still studying the proposal’s details.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

A few scenes later, a pelican switches on a cotton candy machine with its bill, sending hot sugar whirring through the air — seriously — and I nearly applauded in delight.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 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

She laughed at the puppets, wondered at the soothsayers, applauded the singers, and cheered for the racing horses.

From "The Midwife's Apprentice" by Karen Cushman