as in to praise
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I applaud your decision to take that advanced course
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Recent Examples of applaud
The Federation for American Immigration Reform applauded the decision.
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Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
After a long line of speakers alternately applauded or slammed the McLean senior living complex’s bid to build 40 more homes, the zoning board in Simsbury continued its hearing until next month.
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Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2026
Iran defying obstacles at the World Cup Iran’s Hossein Kanani applauds fans after a 0-0 draw against Belgium in Los Angeles on Sunday.
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David Hickey,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
At one point, Stewart turned to the crew backstage, with one crew member bringing out an oxygen tank and mask out to the rock star while several others came out to help as the crowd applauded.
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Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
After a long line of speakers alternately applauded or slammed the McLean senior living complex’s bid to build 40 more homes, the zoning board in Simsbury continued its hearing until next month.
—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2026
Iran defying obstacles at the World Cup Iran’s Hossein Kanani applauds fans after a 0-0 draw against Belgium in Los Angeles on Sunday.
—
David Hickey,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
At one point, Stewart turned to the crew backstage, with one crew member bringing out an oxygen tank and mask out to the rock star while several others came out to help as the crowd applauded.
—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for applaud
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Leaders from India’s ruling Hindu-nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have publicly praised bhajan clubbing gatherings.
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Magazine, praising Swift's ability to handle intense public scrutiny.
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For decades, Black Americans struggled to hail taxis in many cities.
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Take advantage of the streetcar system, rent a bike, hail a pedicab, or hop in a taxi, Uber, or Lyft.
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Miss Manners commends it as better than the usual aggressive-aggressive behavior — and more effective.
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Donning a loud orange and curly wig, Tel commended KC for its hospitality as a host city.
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Industry heavyweights also saluted the executive.
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The raucous crowd buzzed, performing an anticipatory wave before Andrade saluted the judges.
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“Applaud.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applaud. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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