ovation
noun
ova·tion
ō-ˈvā-shən 
1
: a ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted
2
: an expression or demonstration of popular acclaim especially by enthusiastic applause
received a standing ovation
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Examples of ovation in a Sentence
He was welcomed by a warm ovation when he came out onto the stage.
received a standing ovation for the masterly performance
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A day earlier, during a student recognition awards ceremony, Tabassum was also given a long and loud standing ovation from her peers.
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Angie Orellana Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2024
At the contentious and lengthy meeting saw, advocates from both sides drew raucous cheers and ovations from their supporters.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 10 May 2024
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Angie Orellana Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2024
At the contentious and lengthy meeting saw, advocates from both sides drew raucous cheers and ovations from their supporters.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 10 May 2024
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“Ovation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ovation. Accessed 13 May. 2024.
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ovation
noun
ova·tion
ō-ˈvā-shən
: a public expression of praise : enthusiastic applause
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