1
as in applauds
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 reassures
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 consolations
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 spirits
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
be of good cheer in this Christmas season
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as in ovations
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 Synonyms for cheers
Verb
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In a confessional, Cheyenne applauds Zach's willingness to go through this process.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025 -
Little applauds compromise on Medicaid Little’s signature was the final step in a monthslong debate over the future of the state’s Medicaid expansion program.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
19 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Recognition serves as proof of concept and reassures customers of the product's quality and uniqueness.—
Raul Handa,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Still, Martinez reassures individuals that this is a disease with normal longevity.—
Perri Ormont Blumberg,
TIME,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Finally, in regards to reports about the Colosseum crowd’s tepid response to stars or presentations, know that exhibitors in the room have never been a ferocious Cannes Film Festival crowd with standing ovations and whistling.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
5 Apr. 2025
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The ovations in 1966 went on forever, in a startling kind of release that even Bernstein, who certainly enjoyed acclaim, thought was a bit curious.—
David Denby,
The Atlantic,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This is no historical footnote, assures Cline discographer George Hewitt.—
Nancy Kruh,
People.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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The victory assures the Lakers of a top-six seed in the Western Conference playoffs.—
Iliana Limón Romero,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Our moods were instantly lifted at the sight of Florida’s only endemic bird species in its natural habitat.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2025
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Are these recurring nightmares, because sleep is very important to maintaining stable moods.—
Nate Jackson,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The show hails from Morgan's 30 Rock costar Tina Fey, who will executive-produce alongside her former 30 Rock creative teammates Robert Carlock and Sam Means.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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The series hails from Apple Studios and is produced by Tropper Ink.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The hero ingredient in the Dae Desert Detox Clarifying Shampoo is the brand’s Signature Desert Botanical Blend, which moisturizes, fights frizz, adds shine, soothes the scalp, strengthens and prevents breakage.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Serena Williams soothes any inflammation with her CurrentBody LED mask, while Abby Champion travels everywhere with an acupressure pen.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Cheers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheers. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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