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get a pat on the back

Idiom Recognition

Meaning

to receive praise or recognition for something good

Example Sentences

"He got a pat on the back for completing the project early."

Related Expressions

hold someone accountable

to make someone take responsibility for their actions

walk with confidence

to move or act in a way that shows belief in one's abilities

in the trenches

to be deeply involved in hard work or challenging situations

yellow-bellied

very cowardly

sick as a dog

very ill

gears in motion

the process has started and is progressing