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
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
The bottom line is that none of this is worth applauding.
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John Romano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2026
Meanwhile, Jordan’s players walked toward the stadium’s south end, applauding as their fan base waved flags in approval for a feisty debut.
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Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
The first reviews are in for House of the Dragon season 3, with many critics applauding the series' epic battles and dramatic character developments.
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Sharareh Drury,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
While Ghalenoei sat by himself in the dugout, his players gathered together and walked around the field applauding their remaining thousands of flag-shaking, roaring fans.
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ABC News,
15 June 2026
Sunday night’s ceremony offered a different message — Broadway is willing to work with Rudin, but applauding him is still a bridge too far.
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Brent Lang,
Variety,
8 June 2026
The rescue also drew praise on social media, with many users applauding Myron's quick actions and willingness to help a stranger.
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Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
For seven minutes after the final whistle, players and staff stood on the edge of the penalty area applauding the Liverpool supporters amassed in the Bill Shankly Kop as the Jota song remained on loop.
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James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
The Ross Township Police Department shared the video on Facebook on Monday, applauding Sergeant Chuberko and Officer Roy for rescuing the deer.
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Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
The bottom line is that none of this is worth applauding.
—
John Romano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2026
Meanwhile, Jordan’s players walked toward the stadium’s south end, applauding as their fan base waved flags in approval for a feisty debut.
—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
The first reviews are in for House of the Dragon season 3, with many critics applauding the series' epic battles and dramatic character developments.
—
Sharareh Drury,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
While Ghalenoei sat by himself in the dugout, his players gathered together and walked around the field applauding their remaining thousands of flag-shaking, roaring fans.
—
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Sunday night’s ceremony offered a different message — Broadway is willing to work with Rudin, but applauding him is still a bridge too far.
—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
8 June 2026
The rescue also drew praise on social media, with many users applauding Myron's quick actions and willingness to help a stranger.
—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
For seven minutes after the final whistle, players and staff stood on the edge of the penalty area applauding the Liverpool supporters amassed in the Bill Shankly Kop as the Jota song remained on loop.
—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applauding
Adjective
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In some cases, like in Elk River, local utility companies are predicting positive impacts on utility rates thanks to data centers paying larger bills for services.
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That was the lone bit of positive news for the Royals (34-49) on Friday.
Verb
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Longtime friends Robert De Niro and Streep shared a friendly smooch during the National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala in 2018, following the actor's speech praising the star.
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Bruckheimer kicked off the conversation by praising Cue and the Apple team.
Adjective
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Control Process has won consecutive international arbitration proceedings, including favorable rulings from the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Paris.
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Purvis said the cost of Impossible products has increased over time despite his efforts to work closely with suppliers and provide forecasts to help secure favorable pricing.
Verb
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Ride-hailing companies would also be required to background check every driver before hiring them, and continue to do so on an annual basis.
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Super apps are ubiquitous in China and much of Southeast Asia—platforms like WeChat and Alipay that bundle messaging, payments, food delivery, ride-hailing, and commerce into a single destination, so that users rarely need to leave the app to conduct daily life.
Adjective
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Olivia Rodrigo’s graphic T-shirts, sheer dresses, and keen eye for spotting the season’s hottest best shoes and accessories make her one of the best, effortless styles around.
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Carr was viewed by NBA scouts as athletic with his 42½-inch vertical leap and as having a good jump shot.
Verb
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The case involved schoolchildren whose religious beliefs prevented them from saluting the American flag and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
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Diana attended this event as a member of the Royal Family from 1981 to 1992, then saluting Queen Elizabeth II, without ever missing a single one.
Adjective
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The two put on a striking battle over three rounds in front of an appreciative crowd in London that evening.
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The program including a selection of Broadway tunes old and new, was delivered with flair to an appreciative audience.
Adjective
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Leaders spend less time approving and more time setting direction and context.
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In a now-viral video shared to HELLO!'s Instagram, Streep, 76, was filmed giving Blunt's impressive Schiaparelli gown an approving once-over that had Miranda Priestly written all over it.
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“Applauding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applauding. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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