earn an ovation
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To deserve and receive an ovation due to a great performance.
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- The final piece earned her an enthusiastic ovation from the audience.
- His brilliant speech on human rights earned a standing ovation.
- The veteran actor earned a thunderous ovation upon his return to the stage.
- She earned a huge ovation for her brave and moving performance.
- The goal was so spectacular it earned an ovation from even the opposing fans.
- The scientist earned a long ovation after presenting her groundbreaking research.
- It’s difficult for a solo artist to earn a three-minute ovation in this venue.
- The choir's perfect harmony earned them a well-deserved ovation.
- The retiring teacher earned a heartfelt ovation from his former students.
- After the final curtain call, the entire cast earned a series of ovations.