cheer
noun
a shout of encouragement, approval, congratulation, etc..
cheering
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present participleof cheer.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Now Sey, who is originally from Ghana and grew up in Canada, has found himself swept up in the very deportation apparatus he spent years cheering on.
From Salon ● Oct. 29, 2026
On stage, the president is met with cheering crowds and fleeting signs of opposition.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
"We believe in the North American market," the CEO of the company that makes the Q line of SUVs and crossovers told the cheering audience.
From Barron's ● Oct. 26, 2026
"I feel that Bukangi brought us all together, cheering for her… It's a lot of fun."
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026
The crowd started cheering and stamping their feet.
From "The Million Dollar Shot" by Dan Gutman
