applaud
Example Sentences
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One woman stood to applaud as he continued to lean into shared ground: “We pray for the same things.”
From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026
It’s one thing we all ought to applaud.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
“His unethical actions have had real, lasting consequences for our democracy, and we applaud the California Supreme Court’s decision to disbar him.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
"I applaud your steadfastness in the face of such pressure," Sir Khan wrote.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026
When it was over, Kendra wanted to applaud, but the moment felt too sacred.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
Vocabulary lists containing applaud
"Macbeth" Vocabulary from Act V
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Unit 3, Week 1
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