as in positive
expressing approval
a student encouraged by his teacher's applauding comments
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as in praising
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I applaud your decision to take that advanced course
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Recent Examples of applauding
Radhika Seth, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Judge Miguel Espinoza both praised and criticized the county’s progress at the hearing, at times applauding the collaboration between stakeholders and at other times questioning whether the Board of Supervisors was allocating enough resources.
—Jason Henry, Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Kniffen sees Levi Strauss benefiting from a return to skinny and slim-straight fit jeans, applauding recent collaborations and collections that successfully revived old silhouette cuts.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
When some Democrats began softly applauding, Ritter turned on them.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 5 Feb. 2026
The Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance is applauding DiZoglio’s office, pointing the fraud as another reason for state Legislative leaders to comply with the audit voted into law by 72% of voters in 2024.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Alexander Isak sat applauding behind Liverpool’s bench as Hugo Ekitike took his bow at an appreciative Anfield.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
However, some pastors, including Louisiana minister Rodney Kennedy, are applauding the protesters' ambush.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
However, the home fans were applauding Vinícius after his solo goal that made it 5-0 in the 63rd minute.
—Steve Douglas, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
There are bodily fluids, jeering crowds, and demonic Punch and Judy puppets applauding through the chaos, giving the scene the air of a demented fairy tale.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
Judge Miguel Espinoza both praised and criticized the county’s progress at the hearing, at times applauding the collaboration between stakeholders and at other times questioning whether the Board of Supervisors was allocating enough resources.
—Jason Henry, Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Kniffen sees Levi Strauss benefiting from a return to skinny and slim-straight fit jeans, applauding recent collaborations and collections that successfully revived old silhouette cuts.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
When some Democrats began softly applauding, Ritter turned on them.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 5 Feb. 2026
The Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance is applauding DiZoglio’s office, pointing the fraud as another reason for state Legislative leaders to comply with the audit voted into law by 72% of voters in 2024.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Alexander Isak sat applauding behind Liverpool’s bench as Hugo Ekitike took his bow at an appreciative Anfield.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
However, some pastors, including Louisiana minister Rodney Kennedy, are applauding the protesters' ambush.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
However, the home fans were applauding Vinícius after his solo goal that made it 5-0 in the 63rd minute.
—Steve Douglas, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applauding
Adjective
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Both readings were less than anticipated, in a positive sign for consumers.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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And participating in sports that emphasize body functionality over physical appearance can have a positive effect on athletes’ overall well-being.—
Emily Hemendinger,
The Conversation,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That Bad Bunny gave this song to Martin feels especially moving after the latter wrote a letter this past week praising the former’s Grammys acceptance speech.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
9 Feb. 2026
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Your diplomatic touch can turn an argument into teamwork by praising an idea’s potential, then guiding it toward a less pricey lane.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Another option would be converting a pair of their two-way players to team-favorable standard contracts, perhaps Myron Gardner and Jahmir Young, and then backfilling their two-way spots, with two-way players allowed to be signed until March 4.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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The pick coming back to Denver will be the least favorable of the Clippers’ and Hawks’ second-rounders this year.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Gu and Gremaud Battle It Out Athletes are already hailing the Olympic women’s Slopestyle event as the best in history, due in no small part to the duel between Eileen Gu and Mathilde Gremaud.—
Outside,
Outside,
9 Feb. 2026
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Luka Dončić, hailing from the country’s capital, Ljubljana, is one of the best players in the NBA.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Meanwhile, makeup artists think spring breakers will pack their best cushion-y, cloud lips instead of their icy alternatives.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
13 Feb. 2026
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Kansas City figured its best sales pitch centered on its facilities and its location in the heart of America.—
Sam McDowell
Updated February 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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After Friday’s march, tribal council members and park officials gave a series of speeches at the visitor center saluting their strong partnership and all the work that it’s taken to get to this point.—
Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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KidsFest activities will return for Sundays at Petco Park, with select Sundays throughout the home schedule dedicated to saluting different military branches, accomplishments and history.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In a league where players get moved all the time, Green is appreciative of only playing for one team his entire career.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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In the live chat of viewers following along, the commentary ranged from appreciative to vitriolic.—
Dan Adler,
Vanity Fair,
2 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The real dog sniffed Jennie and gave an approving tail wag.—
Rena Goldman,
EverydayHealth.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Reuters similarly recorded Trump’s lowest economic approval rating in its recent poll with Ipsos, even as the president’s overall approving rating recovered slightly since its record-low approval in mid-November.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
22 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Applauding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applauding. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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