Athletes waved to adoring fans.

Meaning: The athletes moved their hands back and forth as a greeting to the people who admire them.

Choice of Words: "Waved" means to move one's hand or arm back and forth as a greeting or signal. "Adoring" means filled with love and admiration. "Fans" are people who enthusiastically support a particular person or thing.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Athletes competed, fans cheered loudly.
• Fans waved flags with team colors.
• The fans waved flags and chanted slogans.
• Fans waved light sticks with joy.
• Athletes trained diligently.
• Athletes collapsed in exhaustion after the race.
• The athletes beamed with pride as they received their medals.
• Athletes trained daily for race.
• Athletes stood proudly on podium.
• Athletes trained hard for success.