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as in applauds
to declare enthusiastic approval of
critics and fans alike have cheered the latest addition to the author's series of fantasy novels
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as in reassures
to ease the grief or distress of
let's hope that these flowers will cheer my ailing aunt at least a little
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as in consolations
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the visiting general had some words of cheer for each of the hospital's recuperating soldiers
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as in spirits
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
be of good cheer in this Christmas season
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as in ovations
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
all three movies in the series received cheers from fans of the novels
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Recent Examples of cheers
Jeremy Rellosa,
Curbed,
4 June 2026
In the video, shared on Kennedy's personal X account Tuesday, the health secretary is seen wrangling the snakes with his bare hands, holding the creatures up to the camera as his wife, actress Cheryl Hines, cheers him on in the background.
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Mason Leib,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
Finally, Kim masters the steps and takes to the stage with confidence, as her family cheers her on!
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Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
The crowd cheers back enthusiastically in response.
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Annie Harrigan,
Billboard,
31 Mar. 2026
The oldest students get the chance to search for the afikomen, while the rest of the crowd cheers them on.
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Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
Ten years later, while their daughter cheers from a distance at Oregon State, the couple remain loyal to the Bruins and are a staple of Section 103 at Pauley Pavilion as season-ticket holders.
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Tribune News Service,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2026
Ten years later, while their daughter cheers from a distance at Oregon State, the couple remain loyal to the Bruins and are a staple of Section 103 at Pauley Pavilion as season-ticket holders.
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Anthony Solorzano,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
As a mother, Renee poured herself into love, the kind of love that shows up every day, that sacrifices quietly, that cheers loudly, that believes deeply.
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Wcco Staff,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
Pj Green,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
The District, a bar in San Pedro Square, erupted in wild cheers when Mexico scored the first goal of the match.
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Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
The stadium erupted with cheers and celebratory mariachi music!
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Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
25 June 2026
The auditorium at El Museo del Barrio, packed with tenant advocates and Democratic Socialists of America members, erupted into huge cheers when the measure passed.
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Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
25 June 2026
Skateboarders were still adding flair to their initial runs, to the cheers of many, but once the bracket races began, the riders’ main focus was on speed.
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Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
The cheers and the roars reverberated around NRG Stadium.
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Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
When the match clock ran out and Mexico held on to its single-goal lead, the plaza exploded into cheers.
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Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
That earned the pope cheers and applause from the crowd.
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ABC News,
12 June 2026
Verb
Kyle Mulholland, the bartender, rings the bar’s bell, and the lights flicker as everyone cheers again and goes to close out their tabs.
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Jeremy Rellosa,
Curbed,
4 June 2026
In the video, shared on Kennedy's personal X account Tuesday, the health secretary is seen wrangling the snakes with his bare hands, holding the creatures up to the camera as his wife, actress Cheryl Hines, cheers him on in the background.
—
Mason Leib,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
Finally, Kim masters the steps and takes to the stage with confidence, as her family cheers her on!
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Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
The crowd cheers back enthusiastically in response.
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Annie Harrigan,
Billboard,
31 Mar. 2026
The oldest students get the chance to search for the afikomen, while the rest of the crowd cheers them on.
—
Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
Ten years later, while their daughter cheers from a distance at Oregon State, the couple remain loyal to the Bruins and are a staple of Section 103 at Pauley Pavilion as season-ticket holders.
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Tribune News Service,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2026
Ten years later, while their daughter cheers from a distance at Oregon State, the couple remain loyal to the Bruins and are a staple of Section 103 at Pauley Pavilion as season-ticket holders.
—
Anthony Solorzano,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
As a mother, Renee poured herself into love, the kind of love that shows up every day, that sacrifices quietly, that cheers loudly, that believes deeply.
—
Wcco Staff,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
When Tunisia scored, vigorous cheers arose from fans like Erije Benaissa, a Tunisia native currently living in Arkansas.
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Pj Green,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
The District, a bar in San Pedro Square, erupted in wild cheers when Mexico scored the first goal of the match.
—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
The stadium erupted with cheers and celebratory mariachi music!
—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
25 June 2026
The auditorium at El Museo del Barrio, packed with tenant advocates and Democratic Socialists of America members, erupted into huge cheers when the measure passed.
—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
25 June 2026
Skateboarders were still adding flair to their initial runs, to the cheers of many, but once the bracket races began, the riders’ main focus was on speed.
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Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
The cheers and the roars reverberated around NRG Stadium.
—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
When the match clock ran out and Mexico held on to its single-goal lead, the plaza exploded into cheers.
—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
That earned the pope cheers and applause from the crowd.
—
ABC News,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheers
Verb
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Iran defying obstacles at the World Cup Iran’s Hossein Kanani applauds fans after a 0-0 draw against Belgium in Los Angeles on Sunday.
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But later that year, applauds turned into discontent voiced in several closed session meetings.
Verb
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That prospect reassures many in Peru’s business sector.
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Neeley reassures people who are worried about damage from Hurricane Helene that mountain communities are ready for visitors, though a few businesses may still be recovering.
Noun
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Alejo listens carefully, occasionally offering a tissue or murmuring consolations.
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If those with the strongest case to make against injustice could refuse the psychic consolations of victimhood, then there is something especially unbecoming in white Americans learning to speak the language of racial grievance.
Noun
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The loss threatened the summer learning session, but on Sunday, the community stepped up at an impromptu fundraiser that raised spirits and funds.
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As for cosmic weather this week, the planets align on June 28, igniting our adventurous spirits and libidos, eager to live life in the moment and sojourn onward!
Noun
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Otherwise, witnessing standing ovations after the premieres in the Grand Hall is always a heartwarming experience.
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Getty Images for Tony Awards Productions The Tony Awards are often remembered for standing ovations, emotional acceptance speeches, and career-defining wins.
Verb
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Under this light, Penelope emerges as exemplary, cunning, wounded, and trapped by the male order that praises her.
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Ornatov praises this cleaner for its ability to dissolve and absorb the mess, which keeps you from having to scrub the same spot repeatedly—time saved, effort reduced.
Verb
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These picks, Coddington assures us, are far more likely to look timeless and sophisticated.
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Taylor assures that this can be achieved in a short time frame.
Noun
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All through the park, competitors and onlookers hit vapes and shout tips and encouragements into trees.
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In October 2024 ahead of her own stay at MSG, Billie Eilish recorded encouragements to take the subways for environmental benefits.
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“Cheers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheers. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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