Applaud

CLAP

"Hint: "What you might do at the end of a great performance." This hint guides the solver toward the context of showing approval or praise without directly repeating "applaud" or giving away the answer. It’s easier than the original clue but still requires a small leap to reach "CLAP.""

The clue "Applaud" is a straightforward definition clue, where the answer directly means the same as the clue. "Applaud" means to show approval or praise by clapping, and "CLAP" is the word that precisely describes this action. There is no wordplay or pun involved—it’s a simple, direct synonym relationship.