Interactions - Praise & Good Treatment

Master English idioms regarding praise and good treatment, like "do well by" and "a pat on the back".

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[phrase]

a praise or encouragement given to someone because of what they have done or achieved

Ex: He looked disappointed because no one gave him a pat on the back after the presentation.

[phrase]

to praise or encourage someone to show one thinks they have done a great job at doing something

Ex: Parents should pat their children on the back when they make real progress.

[noun]

approval of a person in authority that a person tries to gain by doing something that pleases or impresses them

Ex: You wo n't get any brownie points for doing what you were supposed to do anyway .

[sentence]

used for saying that one should acknowledge and appreciate someone's achievements or efforts when they rightfully deserve recognition

Ex: She doesn't take praise easily, but we should give credit where it's due.

[phrase]

to treat someone with proper care and respect

Ex: She trusted that the school would do well by her children.

[phrase]

to praise or admire someone because of what they have done or achieved

Ex: Even his critics take their hat off to him for rebuilding the company.

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to speak or write about someone or something in a very positive and enthusiastic way

Ex: The article sings the praises of public libraries and the work they do for local communities.

[sentence]

said as a way of showing praise or appreciation for someone or inviting other people to clap for them

Ex: Let's hear it for everyone who helped make this possible.

[phrase]

to treat a guest whom one greatly values with extra care and attention

Ex: They rolled out the red carpet for the new CEO on her first day.