| It was a desperate duel for a few strides, and then plaudit gamely responding drew away and the race was over. |
| Such brave men and women deserve every plaudit that comes their way though many, sadly, expire, before they can receive them. |
| Wayne Rooney collected that particular plaudit, but Robben could content himself with a league winner's medal and six goals from 18 games. |
| Heroes having so nobly acted, with ours, will receive the plaudit of their country. |
| I think it's fair to say that the cultural landscape of the year ahead is defined by whichever ditty the nation awards this sentimental plaudit. |
| It was fun for a while, and we had some notable successes, including a plaudit in the Guardian. |
