a slow clap
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a rhythmic, deliberate applause, often sarcastic or for dramatic effect
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- As the hero finally stood up, a single person started a slow clap that grew into thunderous applause.
- His terrible joke was met with a single, sarcastic slow clap from the back of the room.
- The politician's empty promises earned him a slow clap from the unimpressed audience.
- She finished her powerful poem, and the stunned silence was broken by a respectful slow clap.
- When the clumsy waiter dropped the tray, one diner started a mocking slow clap.
- The team captain's uninspiring speech was given a lukewarm slow clap.
- What began as a slow clap from one corner soon enveloped the entire stadium.
- The only response to his bizarre presentation was an awkward slow clap.
- You could hear a slow clap begin as the lone runner finally crossed the finish line.
- He initiated a slow clap to build dramatic tension before the winner was announced.