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as in ovation
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
a design for a memorial for the victims of the attack that has received nothing but applause from officials, commentators, and the general public
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as in accolade
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
a heroic effort by the fire department that deserves the applause of everyone in the city
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Recent Examples of applause
On one February afternoon, he was greeted with applause and cheers.
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Jackie Valley, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Apr. 2025
The line prompted applause from the studio audience.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
While fielding applause at her Symphony Center show on Friday, harpist Brandee Younger made a dazed confession.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
The comment drew laughs and applause from the audience.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Apr. 2025
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Jackie Valley, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Apr. 2025
The line prompted applause from the studio audience.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025
While fielding applause at her Symphony Center show on Friday, harpist Brandee Younger made a dazed confession.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
The comment drew laughs and applause from the audience.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for applause
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In the film, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival and earned a six-minute standing ovation, Fraser plays a reclusive writing professor, Charlie, attempting to reconnect with his estranged daughter.—
Diana Pearl,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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By that point, City were rampant — and nobody did more to change the pattern of the match than De Bruyne, who was given a standing ovation when he was substituted late on.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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Among Andor’s accolades were eight Emmy nominations and a Peabody Award.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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Mark is an exceptional horse trainer with accolades like training Quarter Horse Race Stake winners and even polo horses for Polo Hall of Famer Bart Evans.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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If the Dolphins want the offense to return to its 2023 glory, a quality pick or two will be key.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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Following a major overhaul that was ready for 2024, which included restoring the paddock back to its former glory, projects continue throughout the site.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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With the Yankees’ season now two weeks old, however, Goldschmidt has earned nothing but acclaim in the early going of his pinstriped career.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Twenty years ago, before all the shiny gold statues, platinum-selling albums, and critical acclaim, John Legend was an upstart singer and pianist, bouncing between Philadelphia and New York trying to get a record deal.—
Marcus J. Moore,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While being delinquent affects your credit score, going into default has more serious consequences such as wage garnishment.—
ADRIANA MORGA,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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The debt collections could also damage the credit score of many borrowers, since scoring systems are typically alerted when collections ensue, experts said.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Multiple derms sang this serum’s praises, pointing to its hyaluronic acid base.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Glamour,
22 Apr. 2025
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While consumer advocacy groups and some tax experts have praised Direct File for creating a free pathway for some taxpayers to file their returns, the service hasn't earned universal praise.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2025
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The honors will be given at the upcoming NATPE Budapest event.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2025
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Caccia will deliver a Mass in Francis’ honor at St. Patrick’s on Saturday.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Applause.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applause. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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