The audience applauded, the performers bowed.

Meaning: The people watching the performance showed their approval by clapping hands, and the performers showed their appreciation by bowing.

Choice of Words: Audience is a group of people who are watching a performance. Applauded means to show approval or appreciation by clapping hands. Performers are people who are giving a performance. Bowed means to bend the body forward as a sign of respect or gratitude.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Performers bowed and thanked the audience.
• Circus performers bowed to show gratitude.
• Performers bowed gracefully.
• Performers bowed gratefully.
• Audience cheered enthusiastically for the performers.
• The audience applauded loudly after the concert.
• The audience applauded enthusiastically as the singer exited.
• The audience applauded loudly after her performance.
• The audience applauded loudly for the talented performer.
• The audience applauded the performance.