as in praises
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I applaud your decision to take that advanced course
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Recent Examples of applauds
But later that year, applauds turned into discontent voiced in several closed session meetings.
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Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix doesn’t know which way to turn, Iwobi ends up with his hands on his head, Sander Berge simply stands and applauds.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 22 May 2026
And our lactation consultant judge applauds these bottles as an environmentally friendly alternative to disposable storage bags.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
In the clip, the crowd applauds Phan's quick thinking for saving the shark's life.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The current governor, Republican Phil Scott, applauds Roy’s interest in politics and public service but questions whether someone so young is ready for the responsibilities that come with running a state.
—Amanda Swinhart, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Kanachai Bencharongkul, managing director of Bangkok’s Museum of Contemporary Art, applauds the new museum’s unique curatorial vision.
—Cynthia Rosenfeld, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Industry applauds the moves as long overdue.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry applauds as silver medallist Heidi Weng of Norway, gold medallist Ebba Andersson of Sweden and bronze medallist Nadja Kaelin of Switzerland celebrate on the podium for the women's cross country 50km mass start final.
—CBS News, 22 Feb. 2026
Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix doesn’t know which way to turn, Iwobi ends up with his hands on his head, Sander Berge simply stands and applauds.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 22 May 2026
And our lactation consultant judge applauds these bottles as an environmentally friendly alternative to disposable storage bags.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
In the clip, the crowd applauds Phan's quick thinking for saving the shark's life.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The current governor, Republican Phil Scott, applauds Roy’s interest in politics and public service but questions whether someone so young is ready for the responsibilities that come with running a state.
—Amanda Swinhart, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Kanachai Bencharongkul, managing director of Bangkok’s Museum of Contemporary Art, applauds the new museum’s unique curatorial vision.
—Cynthia Rosenfeld, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Industry applauds the moves as long overdue.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry applauds as silver medallist Heidi Weng of Norway, gold medallist Ebba Andersson of Sweden and bronze medallist Nadja Kaelin of Switzerland celebrate on the podium for the women's cross country 50km mass start final.
—CBS News, 22 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applauds
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The Jamaica international has scored four of City’s 14 goals from corners, but Restrepo in particular praises her influence in defence.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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Duarte also praises this formula for its lightweight feel and impressive color payoff.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
30 May 2026
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The project hails from writer Will Arbery (Succession), who also executive produces with Hiro Murai (Atlanta, Widow’s Bay), who also will direct.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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Golden, who is departing Congress after his term, hails from a competitive district in Maine.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The decision comes one year after Keshet members were attacked at the parade by marchers who called them terrorists and murderers, made Nazi salutes and attempted to rush the float.—
Simone Somekh,
Sun Sentinel,
1 June 2026
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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will host a slew of events this summer, tying in America’s 250th anniversary and salutes to the KSC bus tour and the last Space Shuttle flight.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2026
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Pat O'Donnell, executive director of SAG-AFTRA's Washington-Mid Atlantic Local, which represents hundreds of NPR journalists, commends the network's approach to making job cuts.—
David Folkenflik,
NPR,
18 May 2026
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Miss Manners commends you for not being one of them.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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“Applauds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applauds. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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