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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
Betsy Joles, NPR, 10 May 2025
In the video, as buildings in the neighborhood begin to light up one by one, people can be heard cheering, screaming and clapping after the worst power outage in Spain and Portugal's history brought the countries to a standstill.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
Kelly Iko, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Another serendipitous moment happens just before the pick, when someone separate from the group walks by in a Lamar Jackson jersey, grabbing the #8 proudly and raising a fist in the air – a gesture met with lively cheers.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
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Verb
Soldiers filmed themselves firing projectiles at India and cheering.
—Betsy Joles, NPR, 10 May 2025
In the video, as buildings in the neighborhood begin to light up one by one, people can be heard cheering, screaming and clapping after the worst power outage in Spain and Portugal's history brought the countries to a standstill.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
The Rockets had jumped out to a 27-13 lead in a must-win game, and the Toyota Center crowd was emotionally invested, with cheers reaching higher than the Jumbotron.
—Kelly Iko, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Another serendipitous moment happens just before the pick, when someone separate from the group walks by in a Lamar Jackson jersey, grabbing the #8 proudly and raising a fist in the air – a gesture met with lively cheers.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
Verb
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Tech industry experts like Titania Jordan, the Chief Marketing Officer for Bark Technologies, a parental controls company that helps families keep their kids safe online and in real life, agrees with and applauds Sandy Hook Promise for taking this approach.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
9 May 2025
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Thousands of users commented on the clip, many of whom applauded Liberty for always carrying the essentials.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 May 2025
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Investors are feeling reassured about the resilience of Big Tech’s focus on artificial intelligence.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Wiley reassured Campbell that he was built for linebacker.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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With hyperpop-ish glee, Barbie veered between musical, slapstick comedy, and melodrama.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
5 May 2025
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Julian had a blast cradling the cooing birds and imitating the chant-like calls of the pigeon handlers, flapping his arms with glee as their flocks took flight and landed on command.—
Ashlea Halpern,
AFAR Media,
30 Apr. 2025
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The evolution of Spain’s television landscape could offer partial relief.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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Afghanistan The Trump administration terminated a form of humanitarian relief for nearly 12,000 Afghan nationals living in the US this week.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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And even if Grandma can't be at a family gathering in person, her spirit lives on through her recipes.—
Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
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Thousands of cheering, carol-singing fans will be sure to lift his spirits.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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Following the film's premiere screening at Cannes on Saturday, the audience gave a five-minute standing ovation.—
Carita Rizzo,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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Giving his inauguration speech, Cunningham received continual rounds of applause and several standing ovations.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2025
Verb
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Health advocates praised the new limits, which would require water utilities to reduce PFAS to the lowest level they can be reliably measured.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
15 May 2025
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Like several Republicans, Rep. Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee praised Kennedy for his work promoting healthy foods.—
Amanda Seitz,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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Defense attorney Raven Liberty told the Miami Herald that three years ago, the Broward State Attorney’s Office assured the defense that Melly’s lyrics wouldn’t be used against him.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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The club did not bring in psychologists in an attempt to lift spirits, though sources in the dressing room assure The Athletic that each player has access to his own psychologist or personal coach if required.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
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“Cheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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