ovation

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Nearly 20,000 spectators in Bayamon, on the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, a US territory, gave the Argentine idol a standing ovation when he finally entered the game.

From Barron's

Lisa has already taken her campaign into Edinburgh's city chambers, where she won a standing ovation from councillors.

From BBC

An experienced designer who has worked for Dior and Valentino, Chiuri received a standing ovation after Wednesday's runway show, some 35 years after her debut at the Roman fashion house.

From Barron's

Republicans stood, offering one of the longest standing ovations of the night.

From Los Angeles Times

When Dudamel first walked on stage, he got, as he always does and especially in his last season as music director, a strong ovation.

From Los Angeles Times