applause
Example Sentences
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The announcements were met with applause and cries of joy from the crowd in Caracas.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
It was a cheerful ending for what had proved an unexpectedly successful four days in the US, where the King's speech to Congress had particularly drawn applause.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
The U.S. was “the guardian of civilized conduct between nations,” she said to huge applause.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
"Rain is a sign of God's blessing," the pope declared in Spanish, prompting raucous cheers and applause.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
The Hema’s canvas was too thick for Koffi to discern anything from outside, but she heard what sounded like two sets of hands offering polite applause as the musicians exited the tent.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
Vocabulary lists containing applause
Academy Awards, List 2
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Spelling Practice, Unit 3
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"One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia, List 8
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