cheer
noun
a shout of encouragement, approval, congratulation, etc..
has cheered
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present perfectof cheer (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Discovery WBD -2.19%decrease; red down pointing triangle has cheered its own shareholders, sending the stock up nearly 14% on Friday.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 28, 2026
Former President Trump has cheered on the inquiry.
From Reuters ● Sep. 28, 2023
Known for years for trash-talking and charming refs and opponents from the sidelines, Nicholson, a former point guard himself, has cheered the Lakers on through home games, hard times and playoff wins since the 1960s.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 2023
Justino has cheered on her friend’s new passion while realizing how difficult it is.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 24, 2022
The thought has cheered me, and I’d like to hang on to that.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
