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as in to applaud
to declare enthusiastic approval of
critics and fans alike have cheered the latest addition to the author's series of fantasy novels
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as in to reassure
to ease the grief or distress of
let's hope that these flowers will cheer my ailing aunt at least a little
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as in glee
a mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter
a birthday celebration filled with affection and cheer
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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the visiting general had some words of cheer for each of the hospital's recuperating soldiers
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as in spirit
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
be of good cheer in this Christmas season
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as in ovation
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
all three movies in the series received cheers from fans of the novels
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Recent Examples of cheer
Akili King, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
The public can’t handle the truth Recent political shows have settled into a mode that suggests the proletariat is, well, dumb — think of how The Regime depicts the populace of its unnamed country cheering for Kate Winslet’s mustard-fetishizing autocrat.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
Rich Schapiro, NBC News, 3 Nov. 2024
Macchio entered the stage to cheers from the audience but didn’t technically deliver a live singing performance himself.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
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Verb
The eager crowd squealed and cheered the moment these two beauties—and their supportive boyfriends—stepped into view.
—Akili King, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
The public can’t handle the truth Recent political shows have settled into a mode that suggests the proletariat is, well, dumb — think of how The Regime depicts the populace of its unnamed country cheering for Kate Winslet’s mustard-fetishizing autocrat.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
Noun
Leaf began touting his election fraud investigation at public events, drawing cheers and applause.
—Rich Schapiro, NBC News, 3 Nov. 2024
Macchio entered the stage to cheers from the audience but didn’t technically deliver a live singing performance himself.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer
Verb
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Lawyers representing the plaintiffs applauded the judge's decision.Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Johnson applauds Harris' commitment to hire 14,000 behavioral health care workers in U.S. schools and warns of Trump's statements on withholding federal funding to schools that teach about the history of slavery.Monica Eng, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
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The fast-food giant is trying to reassure consumers that this doesn't appear to be a widespread or nationwide issue.Kelly Tyko, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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Things were awkward for a moment, and the bride took her niece aside to reassure her that her inclusion in the bridal party was not changing.Marina Watts, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
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There might have been an unconscious malice — a glee — to my pounce.Lili Anolik, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
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Alyssa said, of the duel against Tatianna, before reacting with glee over the memory of RuPaul deciding to keep both queens — and asking them both to eliminate one of the remaining contestants.Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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In her two-inning relief appearance on Friday, Sophia Simpson shutout Stanford's softball squad.Danny Davis, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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For every meal purchased on opening day, Sweetgreen will donate a meal to Second Helpings, a hunger relief program in Indianapolis.Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
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The luxury stay has 24-hour room and concierge service included in the price, as well as premium spirits and à la carte restaurants.Tess Foley-Cox, theweek, 12 Nov. 2024
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Caro Holdings intends to expand its marketplace platform to the pet care and spirits industries in the United States and the United Kingdom.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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His grin acknowledges the ovation while his hands make quiet-down motions.Steven Levy, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
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The movie world premiered at the Venice Film Festival and was celebrated by a eight-minute standing ovation.Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
Verb
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Kentucky residents react to streaming issues on Netflix during Tyson-Paul fight Kentucky residents sounded off on social media about the fight, some complaining of the glitchy experience while others praised Tyson for lasting eight rounds before ultimately losing to Paul.John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
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Keke Palmer has a few great impressions in her repertoire, and can now add Nicki Minaj to the list, as the actress is being praised for her subtle impersonation of the rap star during her visit to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Rest assured, the couple is still together and posts each other on Instagram constantly.StyleCaster, StyleCaster, 18 Nov. 2024
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Sunday’s was assured once Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith scrambled 13 yards for the deciding touchdown with 12 seconds remaining, capping an 80-yard drive inside the final three minutes.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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“Cheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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