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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At the conclusion of her set, the crowd gave DeGeneres a standing ovation, prompting her to return to the stage for a candid conversation with the audience.
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Krystie Lee Yandoli, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2024
The film also earned Peele his first career standing ovation.
—Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
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Krystie Lee Yandoli, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2024
The film also earned Peele his first career standing ovation.
—Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for ovation
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“Ovation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ovation. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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ovation
noun
ova·tion
ō-ˈvā-shən
: a public expression of praise : enthusiastic applause
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