cheered

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Hebron, Kentucky—On election night here, Thomas Massie was repeatedly and loudly cheered by jubilant supporters who urged him to run for president.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

"I better quit making jokes right here on the spot," Massie quickly said, as the crowd laughed and cheered.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Last week, Iran held a send-off ceremony for the team in Tehran's central Enghelab Square with the players cheered by crowds of flag-waving supporters, footage on state TV showed.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Grant’s teammates celebrated blast No. 37 and cheered behind her while she was interviewed on the Big Ten Network.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The jet engines roared and the cabin bounced as they picked up speed, and the moment they felt themselves lifted into the air, the men cheered and slapped each other on the back.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin