clap
verb (used with object)
to strike the palms of (one's hands) against one another resoundingly, and usually repeatedly, especially to express approval.
had clapped
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past perfectof clap.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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Hunt also said she aimed to "inspire others", suggesting she "brought hope" to a group of schoolchildren who she said had clapped and cheered in the gallery at the end of her public address.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2022
Mr Tovey, from Merthyr Tydfil, said the public and politicians had clapped for NHS workers every week at the beginning of the pandemic, but had not fairly rewarded them.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2021
Mr. Meyer, who had clapped a knitted cap on his head that had been made by his mother-in-law, was feeding turkey bits to the dog, while Ms. Holness and I lolled in our seats.
From New York Times ● Dec. 24, 2016
THE Philippine police had clapped two senators in jail by June 26th and had two secure hospital rooms ready for a third as they began rounding up politicians accused of stealing public funds.
From Economist ● Jun. 26, 2014
When Raymie told Mrs. Sylvester that she was going to enter the Little Miss Central Florida Tire contest, Mrs. Sylvester had clapped her hands together and said, “What a wonderful idea. Have some candy corn.”
From "Raymie Nightingale" by Kate DiCamillo
