round of applause

noun phrase

: a show of approval or appreciation at a play, speech, sporting event, etc., in which people strike their hands together over and over

The audience gave the performers a big round of applause.

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After presenters Colman Domingo and Salma Hayek read the winner’s name, Bates graciously gave a round of applause to Sawai. —

Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2025 In one of his first remarks as mayor, Aftab thanked his family for their support and asked the attendees of the meeting to stand and give his parents a round of applause. —

Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2024 Also, huge round of applause to the staff and volunteers who make the entry process so smooth despite the sometimes large numbers waiting for a seat. —

Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 Lifting his hands high above his head for all to see, the Italian gave his striker an enthusiastic round of applause before turning back towards his bench. —

Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for round of applause

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