Examples of 'pat on the head' in a sentence

Meaning of "pat on the head"

The phrase 'pat on the head' is a figurative expression that refers to a condescending gesture or action of praising someone in a superficial or patronizing way. It is often used to indicate a lack of genuine appreciation or recognition for one's efforts or achievements

How to use "pat on the head" in a sentence

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pat on the head
Not just some pat on the head.
A pat on the head just will not do it.
To get badges and a pat on the head.
Pat on the head and everything.
Then how about a pat on the head.
A pat on the head would be healthier.
I traded her in for a pat on the head.
A pat on the head is more effective than a kick in the teeth.
Then give them a pat on the head.
A pat on the head and a biscuit here, a short, sharp shock there.
Thank you for the pat on the head.
But a nice pat on the head is just as good, huh?
All it gets me is a pat on the head.
Just a pat on the head - How 's it going? - and the people forget about the whip?
Always wanting a pat on the head.

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But a nice pat on the head is just as good, huh? - You want your ball?
She sold me out for a pat on the head.
So it 's a pat on the head and a song?
You did not do it for a reward or a pat on the head.
A condescending pat on the head simply will not do.
I give him a little treat or a pat on the head.
Just a pat on the head.
I would have settled for a patronising pat on the head.
Gets a pat on the head.
Sometimes even a pit pony needs a pat on the head.
A silly girl who people pat on the head and say, " Is not she cute?
Jimmer still got a snickers bar and a pat on the head.
You bluff it to get a pat on the head from the doctors.
He will be expecting more than a handshake and a pat on the head.
Shut up, get an occasional pat on the head and wag your tail.
I have been taught deserve no more than a friendly pat on the head.
Knowing the Nagus, I would say a pat on the head and a fistful of empty promises.
Kids being forced to do good things to get badges and a pat on the head.
I mean, she would go down for a… pat on the head and a fistful of peanuts.
I already know you would sell me out to them for a pat on the head.
That was just a pat on the head.
Running round after her with your tongue hanging out, looking for a pat on the head.
Get your honey, pat on the head.
But it was not all bad . Jimmer still got a snickers bar and a pat on the head.
We do not want a pat on the head.
He used to traipse after him like a puppy waiting for a pat on the head.
I have learned not to expect a pat on the head from my dad.
He complied with her suggestion and gave her a gentle pat on the head.
His dog came and licked his hand, earning a pat on the head for its companionship.
They came and knocked on the door and gave me a little pat on the head.
Yeah, it feels like a pat on the head.
Whether he needed, whether it was a pat on the head.
There is also cookie days and pat on the head days.
I do not expect any thanks, but at least a tiny pat on the head.
And I always wind up with a pat on the head.

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