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Vocabulary Entry
pat
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A light touch or stroke, often used to show approval or affection.
Example Sentences
"She gave the dog a gentle pat on the head."
"He received a pat on the back for his hard work."
"The child enjoyed a pat from her mother before bed."
V
verb
To touch or stroke lightly with the hand.
Example Sentences
"He will pat the cat to calm it down."
"She decided to pat the soil around the plant to help it settle."
"After the performance, the director came out to pat the actors on the back."
A
adjective
Referring to something that is done or occurred in a routine or standard manner.
Example Sentences
"He gave a pat answer that didn’t really address the question."
"The pat response made her believe he hadn’t really listened."
"Her pat excuses were no longer convincing."