“on the back”

The following 5 entries include the term on the back.

pat on the back

phrase

: an expression of approval

a pat on the back

noun phrase

: a show of praise or approval

a slap on the back

noun phrase

: the act of slapping someone's back usually to express praise or approval

on the back burner

phrase

: in the position of something that will not receive immediate attention and action

on the back of

phrase

: because of or on the strength of (something)


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