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The phrase "a blast of applause" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a sudden and enthusiastic outburst of applause, often in response to a performance or speech.
Example: "After the final act, there was a blast of applause that echoed throughout the theater."
Alternatives: "a wave of applause" or "a thunderous applause."
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There was a blast of applause, and Zuma moved to a lectern and began to describe his new campaign.
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Others were less impressed, and not shy about making their displeasure known: It was clear, five minutes into the screening, that "The Neon Demon" was going to draw the loudest and longest boos of the competition — though as is always the case with a movie willing to sink to such disreputable depths, the catcalls were answered by a blast of defiant applause.
The rhythm was gripping: a blast of disco music, a fluster of applause, whistles at the appearance of the two small, bronzed figures at the mouth of the top board, then the hush, the craned necks, the thud of entry.
A blast of cold water.
A blast of deregulation would help, too.
Barrett was a blast of fresh air.
It received a burst of applause.
There was a burst of applause.
At the end, there's a burst of applause.
Suddenly, a burst of applause spreads through the crowd.
A smattering of applause.
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