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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
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
The lesson from that high school bench was not just about discipline and discernment, but also about choosing the long game, even when the crowd cheers for immediate rewards.
—Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
This is one of the worst of them, with Alec Baldwin bravely fighting to bring Medgar Evers’s assassin to justice while Whoopi Goldberg cheers him on and cries.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 16 Dec. 2025
Nothing good will ever happen to the Maple Leafs, or anyone who cheers for them.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Waukesha County cheers key step in the process For Waukesha County, Boardman's statement satisfies officials' hope that state transportation leaders are at least acknowledging the importance of I-94 locally and are following the steps necessary to make a project happen at some point.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
But a larger battle and debate lies ahead for the country in the aftermath of this action as many Democrats say this crosses a critical line as the president cheers the indictment on social media.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
The group cheers the guests on with catchy chants to excite them for their appearances.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Finally, his pair of 3-pointers against Iowa State resulted in some of the loudest cheers in the fieldhouse this season.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 27 Feb. 2026
And cheers to the team’s decision to include the children of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, who was expected to be on the team had he not been killed in a traffic accident in 2024, on the ice after the game.
—Chicago Tribune, Twin Cities, 25 Feb. 2026
The audience erupted in cheers, with members of both parties and guests in the gallery standing to applaud for several minutes.
—CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
The cast was full of cheers and smiles.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Stojaković capped the spurt with a steal and one-handed slam that drew cheers.
—Beth Harris, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Alysa Liu is in first place after an electric free skate that drew the loudest cheers of the night.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 19 Feb. 2026
The audience then erupted in cheers before Colbert continued.
—Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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
The lesson from that high school bench was not just about discipline and discernment, but also about choosing the long game, even when the crowd cheers for immediate rewards.
—Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
This is one of the worst of them, with Alec Baldwin bravely fighting to bring Medgar Evers’s assassin to justice while Whoopi Goldberg cheers him on and cries.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 16 Dec. 2025
Nothing good will ever happen to the Maple Leafs, or anyone who cheers for them.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Waukesha County cheers key step in the process For Waukesha County, Boardman's statement satisfies officials' hope that state transportation leaders are at least acknowledging the importance of I-94 locally and are following the steps necessary to make a project happen at some point.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
But a larger battle and debate lies ahead for the country in the aftermath of this action as many Democrats say this crosses a critical line as the president cheers the indictment on social media.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
The group cheers the guests on with catchy chants to excite them for their appearances.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
After donning hats and shirts that commemorated their championship, the Bruins celebrated on the floor with cheers and pictures.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Finally, his pair of 3-pointers against Iowa State resulted in some of the loudest cheers in the fieldhouse this season.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 27 Feb. 2026
And cheers to the team’s decision to include the children of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, who was expected to be on the team had he not been killed in a traffic accident in 2024, on the ice after the game.
—Chicago Tribune, Twin Cities, 25 Feb. 2026
The audience erupted in cheers, with members of both parties and guests in the gallery standing to applaud for several minutes.
—CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
The cast was full of cheers and smiles.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Stojaković capped the spurt with a steal and one-handed slam that drew cheers.
—Beth Harris, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Alysa Liu is in first place after an electric free skate that drew the loudest cheers of the night.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 19 Feb. 2026
The audience then erupted in cheers before Colbert continued.
—Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheers
Verb
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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,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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In that case, the enthusiasm with which one applauds may be emphatically lessened.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Structure helps families know what a successful relationship looks like and reassures parents that boundaries will be honored.—
Halona Black,
Parents,
29 Jan. 2026
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Allenby reassures him that his distaste is to be expected.—
Maureen Dowd,
Mercury News,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Toward the end of 2022 and into 2023, Perardi and Youngblood spoke constantly, looping through the same horror, the same consolations.—
Matthew Bremner,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2026
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Over three nights, hundreds of drivers in both Super Late Model and Open Wheel Modified divisions will battle through prelims on Thursday and Friday, including hot laps, heat races, consolations, and qualifiers, to earn a spot in Saturday’s high-stakes finale.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Some small changes might lift your spirits.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
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Assuming that businesses passed the entire fee to consumers, as expected, costs would rise about 3 cents for six 12-ounce beer cans, 5 cents for a standard-sized wine bottle and 26 cents for a fifth of spirits.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Chaka Khan received two standing ovations.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Four of their own are council members and the two up for reelection — Eunisses Hernandez and Hugo Soto-Martínez — received standing ovations after their impassioned speeches.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Warren praises this skincare for increasing cellular turnover, inhibiting pigment production and fighting acne.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2026
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Genevieve praises Kyle for his charisma and recognizes that making allies is critical for her game this season.—
Christopher Kuhagen,
jsonline.com,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Though Charley assures her that their friendship is fine, Salley says that their friendship is not fine and that she’s being lied to.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2026
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She’ll be given new clothes, Dana assures her.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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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.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
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Hints, counsels, warnings, remonstrations, even encouragements are, in the end, of limited value.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Cheers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheers. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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