Applaud Crossword Clue

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Applaud Crossword Answer

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PRAISE

(6 letters)

COMMEND

(7 letters)

ACCLAIM

(7 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. a common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra
2. a sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated
(verb)
1. clap one’s hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
2. clap one’s hands together

Hint 2: Clue Definition

APPLAUD (verb)
1. clap one’s hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
2. express approval of

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

PRAISE
(6 letters)
COMMEND
(7 letters)
ACCLAIM
(7 letters)

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