bravoing

Definition of bravoingnext
present participle of bravo

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for bravoing
Verb
  • Kittle was trying to encourage his teammates as he was being carted off, clapping in their direction.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Mann’s hilarious Brad says to Ben, grinning nervously and clapping his hands in an attempt to make friends.
    Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Her fellow nominees — Amy Madigan, Ariana Grande, Emily Blunt, Elle Fanning, and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas — could all be seen applauding for her along the way.
    Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
  • As clips and screenshots circulated online, fans couldn’t resist chiming in — some applauding the glam game-day outfit, others offering hot takes and pop-culture comparisons of their own.
    Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The camera cut to O’Leary cracking up in the audience.
    Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 11 Jan. 2026
  • Winner This week's winner left us cracking up with his acting skills.
    Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2025
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“Bravoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bravoing. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.

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