noun
the act of showing approval or praise by clapping
verb
to show approval or praise by clapping
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The audience was quick to applaud the pianist's flawless performance.
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We all applauded when the principal announced the school would be closed for a snow day.
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I gotta applaud your hustle, you really know how to get things done.
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We should applaud her bravery in speaking out against injustice.