Example Sentences

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Some on social media have called Cohen’s TV antics a stunt, while others have applauded it as genius marketing.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Critics of prediction markets have applauded Congress’ efforts, but legal experts say many of Congress’ proposals are already addressed under existing regulation.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Years ago, I would have applauded this exposé.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Some companies and labor organizations have applauded the tariffs or found ways to live with them.

From Salon • Dec. 2, 2025

A modern nutritionist would have applauded those seven eastern U.S.crops.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond