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as in to applaud
to declare enthusiastic approval of
critics and fans alike have cheered the latest addition to the author's series of fantasy novels
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as in to reassure
to ease the grief or distress of
let's hope that these flowers will cheer my ailing aunt at least a little
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as in glee
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter
a birthday celebration filled with affection and cheer
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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the visiting general had some words of cheer for each of the hospital's recuperating soldiers
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as in spirit
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
be of good cheer in this Christmas season
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as in ovation
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
all three movies in the series received cheers from fans of the novels
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Recent Examples of cheer
Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
Advocates of stricter antitrust rules cheered Judge Nelson’s decision.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
Janelle Ash, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
Camelback Santa is back Each year Camelback Santa greets hikers at the Phoenix hiking spot to spread holiday cheer.
—Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
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Verb
Trump wasted little time cheering the news of Wray’s departure.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
Advocates of stricter antitrust rules cheered Judge Nelson’s decision.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
Noun
Kate Middleton is spreading Christmas cheer after a scary year being diagnosed with cancer and recovering from major abdominal surgery.
—Janelle Ash, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
Camelback Santa is back Each year Camelback Santa greets hikers at the Phoenix hiking spot to spread holiday cheer.
—Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
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Creative agencies are applauded for their ability to deliver astounding results for their clients by leveraging top-tier talent and a significant amount of resources.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Loud ovations greeted the Carnegie performances, and the musicians themselves applauded their future leader.Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Federal authorities have reassured the public that the objects don’t appear to be operating nefariously, while the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security clarify many sightings appear to be not drones at all.Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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As lawmakers stare down a Friday deadline to fund the government, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Tuesday worked to reassure his colleagues there’s compromise in sight.Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024
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Much of this diaspora has also responded to Assad’s downfall with astonished glee, some rushing to return home.Alexander Smith, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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Yet there’s much more to be said about Ohanian’s original article, as well as the glee with which conservatives seized on its headline claim as the basis for largely groundless attacks on California’s economic policies.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
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Breath work, exercise and journaling are some of the many practices someone can implement or consistent relief, according to the CDC.Amanda Musa, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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Tall windows, a columned portico, and sculpted reliefs depicting university patriarchs.Daisy Hildyard, The New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2024
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In the spirit of holiday giving, the team invites their community to nominate and vote for upstanding charitable organizations that support mothers.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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That neo-Bohemian spirit of progressivism found its voice through folk music.David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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After the song ended, there were even more cheers and a longer ovation than usual, which some people thought could be fans' way of showing support at a time of possible heartache.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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Loud ovations greeted the Carnegie performances, and the musicians themselves applauded their future leader.Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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In 2024, culture is boring and stale due to the algorithms calling the shots on what gets produced and praised—or so the critics say.T.M. Brown, The Atlantic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Package your client feedback The exact words clients use to praise you are so valuable in your messaging.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Steelers are now 10-3 and top of the AFC North with a playoff position all but assured.Ben Morse, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
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If the Rams sweep their division opponents, they will be assured a playoff spot for the sixth time in McVay’s eight seasons.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Cheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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