applauses

noun

Definition of applausesnext
plural of applause
1
as in ovations
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval a design for a memorial for the victims of the attack that has received nothing but applause from officials, commentators, and the general public

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2
as in accolades
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement a heroic effort by the fire department that deserves the applause of everyone in the city

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“Applauses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applauses. Accessed 28 Jan. 2023.

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