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'pat' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'pat' with 4 example sentences.


pat adjective

: having only superficial plausibility

: exactly suited to the occasion

pat noun

: the sound made by a gentle blow

: a light touch or stroke

pat verb

: pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin

: hit lightly

pat adverb

: completely or perfectly


  • The officer conducted a pat down search.
  • She pat her dog on the head.
  • Give yourself a pat on the back.
  • This is the first time I've ever patted a lion.
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