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Applaud (Verb)

Clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval.

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The audience began to applaud as soon as the performers took their final bow.
The crowd erupted into cheers and applause, giving the musician a well-deserved round of applause.
The opera singer received a standing ovation and thunderous applause for her incredible performance.
When the curtains closed, the theater erupted into loud applause, with everyone on their feet.
After the beautiful piano solo, the audience responded with enthusiastic applause and whistles.

Express approval of; "I applaud your efforts".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The mayor's decision to increase funding for schools was widely applauded by the community.
The crowd erupted in applause as the fire department was applauded for their bravery.
Her commitment to philanthropy has been consistently applauded throughout her career.
Many have applauded the court's decision to take a more progressive stance on justice.
Environmentalists applauded the government's announcement to ban single-use plastics.