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
Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Thousands of spectators rose to give Williams a standing ovation; Townsend and Siniaková then joined in, applauding for Williams.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The policy also prohibits members of the public from discussing political matters or having noisy outbursts, such as applauding, cheering or booing during public comment, which Zekich called subjective.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
As the band continues its worldwide tour, the performers entertain millions while promoting clean energy globally—a sight worth seeing and a cause worth applauding.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
It is handmade exclusively in collaboration with Hypnos, a British mattress company bestowed with the highest honor—the brand has held the Royal Warrant since 1929, when it was granted by King George V, applauding their standards for excellence in bedding craftsmanship.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2025
The nominations were announced while the cast was filming season 2 and several videos shared on social media showed the actors applauding and celebrating their accomplishments.
—Julia Moore, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
People finish playing and suddenly realize they are surrounded by applauding strangers.
—Pj Bremier, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2025
Nothing says standing up to Russian aggression quite like welcoming the aggressor on a red carpet and applauding him.
—Susan B. Glasser, New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
More Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images Kardashian's comments sparked debate, with some parents applauding her stance and others questioning whether less homework might come at the expense of academic rigor.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Thousands of spectators rose to give Williams a standing ovation; Townsend and Siniaková then joined in, applauding for Williams.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The policy also prohibits members of the public from discussing political matters or having noisy outbursts, such as applauding, cheering or booing during public comment, which Zekich called subjective.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
As the band continues its worldwide tour, the performers entertain millions while promoting clean energy globally—a sight worth seeing and a cause worth applauding.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
It is handmade exclusively in collaboration with Hypnos, a British mattress company bestowed with the highest honor—the brand has held the Royal Warrant since 1929, when it was granted by King George V, applauding their standards for excellence in bedding craftsmanship.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2025
The nominations were announced while the cast was filming season 2 and several videos shared on social media showed the actors applauding and celebrating their accomplishments.
—Julia Moore, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
People finish playing and suddenly realize they are surrounded by applauding strangers.
—Pj Bremier, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2025
Nothing says standing up to Russian aggression quite like welcoming the aggressor on a red carpet and applauding him.
—Susan B. Glasser, New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applauding
Adjective
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Chelsea have also provided necessary cover for Marc Cucurella by acquiring Jorrel Hato from Ajax, and believe attacking midfielder Facundo Buonanotte can make a positive contribution following his loan move from Brighton & Hove Albion.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Ava Cavallini, 12th grade, Stewart County High School Ava has served as a positive role model to all underclassmen through her time in Career and Technical Education at Stewart County High School.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In fact, constantly praising your Gen Z employees can become impractical and downright exhausting.—
Colleen Batchelder,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The museum was beloved by locals, who left online reviews praising the staff's work and their warm welcome.—
Yegor Mostovshikov,
The Dial,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In the east, crews continued to build line between Wiseman Springs and Rancheria Creek, engaging the fire directly along its active edge where favorable.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Environmental conditions are favorable for development of this system, currently labeled as Invest 91L, and a tropical depression is likely to form over the weekend or early next week as the system moves slowly westward across the central tropical Atlantic.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Scott was recently appointed the creative director of Proenza Schouler; not a small feat, especially for a Black woman hailing from Jamaica.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
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Part of the participants are from Latin American countries, particularly hailing from Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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All of the cats who tested this litter adjusted to it quickly and easily — some even had a little play date in their box, kicking and scratching, which is a good sign!—
Kayla Blanton,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Leisure’s best new hotels of 2021, Wander the Resort offers 10 luxurious glass-and-timber cabins along the quiet northern shores of West Lake.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Robbie tries to be appreciative of the young matriarch’s sacrifices.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
4 Sep. 2025
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Produced by Brad Pitt’s Plan B and Barry Jenkins’ Pastel, this is a small-scale picture that should find a commensurate but appreciative audience.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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When some in the group expressed interest in joining the early-morning bread run, the captain gave an approving blink of surprise.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
30 July 2025
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Even Dodgers' Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully was shown giving a thumbs-up afterward, adding an approving nod to the unconventional yet unforgettable performance.—
Amanda Castro
Gabe Whisnant
Anna Commander
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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The back half of the album skews less admiring and more playful.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
3 Feb. 2025
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Viewed with this admiring, ominous reserve, the wilds and waters of Sukkwan Island remain unknowable to the last.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Applauding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applauding. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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