applaud
verb (used without object)
to clap the hands as an expression of approval, appreciation, acclamation, etc..
will applaud
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future tenseof applaud.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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There’s a decent chance analysts will applaud, just like they did back in November when management beat expectations and raised guidance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 17, 2026
“If he deserves applause, I will applaud him. If he deserves critique, I will critique him.”
From New York Times ● Feb. 21, 2023
Certainly, some spectators will applaud the change from Bradley’s high-risk, high-reward style.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2022
He has seen an increasing number of funerals supported by streets lined with mourners, who will applaud as the coffin passes.
From BBC ● Jun. 27, 2020
People began to sing: “Hallelujah for the Lord in heavens We will applaud you We will celebrate you We will dance for you—” Suddenly, Djo, my new happiness left.
From "Taste of Salt: A Story of Modern Haiti" by Frances Temple
