a pat on the back
a pat on the back
a pat on the back — see pat, 1
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Main Entry: back
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a pat on the back
informal : a show of praise or approval
You all deserve a pat on the back [=you all deserve to be praised] for making this possible.
You did a great job, so give yourself a pat on the back.
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Main Entry: pat
