standing ovation
noun
: an occurrence in which the people at a play, speech, sporting event, etc., stand up and applaud to show enthusiastic approval or appreciation
The crowd gave her a standing ovation.
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Donald Trump's running mate Sen. JD Vance gave his first speech as the nominee for vice president Wednesday at the Republican National Convention – and his mom, Bev Vance, was a big focal point, receiving a standing ovation.
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Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 18 July 2024
The former president appeared at the Fiserv Forum for the second night in a row, receiving a standing ovation without addressing the crowd.
—Mabinty Quarshie, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 July 2024
Pippa walked behind Kate and Charlotte as the trio made their way to their seats above Centre Court, where the Princess of Wales received a standing ovation.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 14 July 2024
She was received with a standing ovation on both sides of the aisle.
—Sean Holstege, The Arizona Republic, 13 July 2024
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Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 18 July 2024
The former president appeared at the Fiserv Forum for the second night in a row, receiving a standing ovation without addressing the crowd.
—Mabinty Quarshie, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 July 2024
Pippa walked behind Kate and Charlotte as the trio made their way to their seats above Centre Court, where the Princess of Wales received a standing ovation.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 14 July 2024
She was received with a standing ovation on both sides of the aisle.
—Sean Holstege, The Arizona Republic, 13 July 2024
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“Standing ovation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standing%20ovation. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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