as in positive
expressing approval
a student encouraged by his teacher's applauding comments
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as in praising
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I applaud your decision to take that advanced course
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Recent Examples of applauding
Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Others praised troopers for stepping in to help, applauding authorities for rescuing the vulnerable cub and ensuring it was placed in proper care.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
At 0-2, Nimmo had started applauding and offering loud encouragement from the Rangers dugout.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 3 Apr. 2026
Just two weeks ago, Bravo fans were applauding the Summer House season 10 cast for having a candid discussion about race around the dinner table.
—Erica Campbell, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2026
As comments continue to roll in, the tone is largely supportive, with viewers applauding the woman for listening to medical advice and reconsidering her employment situation.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
The nonprofit issued a statement on Wednesday applauding Huerta’s decision to share her story.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Players, coaches, cheerleaders and fans rose as one, applauding and cheering the confirmation of their spot in this most American spectacle.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Additional clips and photos show the actress enjoying the wedding from the back row and applauding as the couple gets hitched.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
Dano remembered the audience applauding mid-movie while seeing the film for the first time at Sundance.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Others praised troopers for stepping in to help, applauding authorities for rescuing the vulnerable cub and ensuring it was placed in proper care.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
At 0-2, Nimmo had started applauding and offering loud encouragement from the Rangers dugout.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 3 Apr. 2026
Just two weeks ago, Bravo fans were applauding the Summer House season 10 cast for having a candid discussion about race around the dinner table.
—Erica Campbell, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2026
As comments continue to roll in, the tone is largely supportive, with viewers applauding the woman for listening to medical advice and reconsidering her employment situation.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
The nonprofit issued a statement on Wednesday applauding Huerta’s decision to share her story.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Players, coaches, cheerleaders and fans rose as one, applauding and cheering the confirmation of their spot in this most American spectacle.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Additional clips and photos show the actress enjoying the wedding from the back row and applauding as the couple gets hitched.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applauding
Adjective
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The defeat was a significant body blow to Arsenal’s aspirations, but City’s 1-0 victory over Burnley can strangely be viewed in a positive light for them.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Harbaugh seemed tense during his Friday press conference sitting next to GM Joe Schoen as the second round of the draft rolled on compared to a much more positive Thursday interview after the first round.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Viewers quickly rallied around the sister’s efforts in the comments, praising both the transformation and the bond between the two.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Players on both sides are constantly praising one another.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Its conservative majority could throw out a requirement under the Voting Rights Act that in areas with a large minority population, mapmakers draw districts that are more favorable to the election of minority candidates.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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In a February 2025 Reuters poll, the two men reaped more favorable ratings than anyone else among the 10 wealthiest Americans.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The vehicle, which was providing a ride-hailing service, was spotted failing to change lanes ahead of an active work zone.—
Lily Carey,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Apr. 2026
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The ride-hailing company says Uber Shuttles will help travelers get around Boston in time for an eventful summer, with the World Cup and Sail Boston 2026 approaching.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Here are The Denver Post’s 20 best fits remaining for the Broncos through rounds four, five, six, seven and beyond, if Denver indeed wants to have a good day Saturday.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Just being able to be available every single day and also just bring energy and be a good clubhouse guy.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Kermit Ruffins pays tribute to Louis Armstrong By far the most exciting performance scheduled at Jazz Fest’s Economy Hall Tent features one of the Crescent City’s greatest living trumpeters saluting the most important trumpeter in New Orleans history.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
21 Apr. 2026
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Build a new Garden, with rafters for the banners saluting New York’s past champions and heroes — and with plenty of room for new ones.—
Ellis T. “Skip” Prince,
New York Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Trump had been appreciative, and the two had chatted by phone to hash out the timing of the endorsement announcement.—
Russell Berman,
The Atlantic,
25 Apr. 2026
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Bronny is appreciative of the coaches’ trust in him.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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My hostess stands in the middle of her guests and offers me the slightest of nods, the quick upward pull of an approving smile.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Instead of requiring separate backend infrastructure, websites advertise capabilities directly through the browser where users are present and approving actions.—
Joe Toscano,
Forbes.com,
19 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Applauding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applauding. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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