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as in applauded
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 reassured
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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Recent Examples of cheered
Adani had cheered that verdict as well.
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Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
Former Cincinnati Reds star Zack Cozart on Wednesday cheered Disney’s decision to yank comedian Jimmy Kimmel off the air after controversial comments about Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Many conservative stalwarts cheered Kimmel's shelving, arguing that his recent monologue misled the American public about Kirk’s assassination by mischaracterizing the political beliefs of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the homicide.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Only Mohamed Salah’s name was cheered as loudly as Isak’s when the teams were read out.
—James Nalton, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Trump saluted as the crowd cheered him.
—Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Markets cheered as data showed a relatively in line inflation report that paves the way for the Fed to cut interest rates this month.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
Traders cheered Oracle's growth outlook for its cloud business, and shares saw their best day since 1992 Wednesday and added $244 billion in market cap.
—Sean Conlon,alex Harring, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
The crowd cheered as agents abandoned the scene, leaving several roofers still working atop a house.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
Former Cincinnati Reds star Zack Cozart on Wednesday cheered Disney’s decision to yank comedian Jimmy Kimmel off the air after controversial comments about Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Many conservative stalwarts cheered Kimmel's shelving, arguing that his recent monologue misled the American public about Kirk’s assassination by mischaracterizing the political beliefs of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the homicide.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Only Mohamed Salah’s name was cheered as loudly as Isak’s when the teams were read out.
—James Nalton, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Trump saluted as the crowd cheered him.
—Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Markets cheered as data showed a relatively in line inflation report that paves the way for the Fed to cut interest rates this month.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
Traders cheered Oracle's growth outlook for its cloud business, and shares saw their best day since 1992 Wednesday and added $244 billion in market cap.
—Sean Conlon,alex Harring, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
The crowd cheered as agents abandoned the scene, leaving several roofers still working atop a house.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheered
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Robby Soave delivers his radar on the reactions to Charlie Kirk's death and the push by conservatives to fire people who have spread misinformation about and applauded his death.—
The Hill,
The Hill,
16 Sep. 2025
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During the In Memoriam segment, the starry audience applauded loudly as Loni Anderson, Michelle Trachtenberg, George Wendt, John Amos and Maggie Smith were honored, and when Ozzy Osbourne, David Lynch and Quincy Jones' names appeared, the applause was particularly loud.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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While that is not necessarily the case with Snapdragon Stadium, Elo-Rivera said he was reassured there are plans in the works to significantly increase wages and benefits for concessions workers and audio-visual technicians.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Sep. 2025
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Mauricio says his wife didn’t give in to that despair and felt reassured by having a work permit.—
Gustavo Valdés,
CNN Money,
8 Sep. 2025
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But while these shows have been praised for bringing awareness to the condition, women shouldn't learn about this common health problem from reality TV.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Derek praised the dance as impressive and said that Scott looked comfortable during the side-by-side sections.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Some tingling is expected, but rest assured that aloe vera, honey, and vitamin E are there to keep your skin comfortable and hydrated.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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But with the Giants’ loss, Philadelphia is now also mathematically assured of at least a wild-card spot.—
Levi Weaver,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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MXene meets nickel ferrite Hydrogen is widely hailed as a clean energy option.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Sep. 2025
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Indian actor Ahaan Panday makes his debut with the Bollywood film Saiyaara which was hailed as the unofficial third film in Mohit Suri’s hit romantic franchise Aashiqui.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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As their retreat drew to a close, the Singsons felt a much deeper connection to their mountainous surroundings; to their group, who affirmed and comforted one another by opening up about their own relationship peaks and valleys; and to each other.—
Esme Benjamin,
AFAR Media,
18 Sep. 2025
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Charlie Kirk’s family needs to be comforted.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The positive experience of being soothed, whether through calming words, laughter or playful connection, encourages a preference for partners who are attuned and responsive.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Our favorites helped our razors glide smoothly across the skin for an ultra-close shave, while aloe vera and almond oil soothed, hydrated, and enhanced the skin’s appearance — mitigating irritation.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Cheered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheered. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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