applauded

Example Sentences

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Her comments were applauded by the audience who gave her a standing ovation when she stopped speaking.

From BBC • 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

Trump applauded the boys and girls who jumped while chanting “welcome” to the American president, as well as a short ceremonial procession by the People’s Liberation Army, before the two men proceeded into the hall.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The gruff tones of Hugo’s voice, with an occasional shout when his feelings overcame him, were very impressive, and the audience applauded the moment he paused for breath.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott