What is the answer to "Congratulatory slap on the back"?

The most common answer is PAT. However, there is 1 possible answer to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

Congratulatory slap on the back Crossword Clue Answer

Can't figure out Congratulatory slap on the back? The Daily Themed crossword from September 29, 2025 used this clue. Answer: 3 letters.

Congratulatory slap on the back Crossword Answer

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Congratulatory slap on the back Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 3-letter answer to "Congratulatory slap on the back" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Congratulatory slap on the back" crossword clue is PAT. This answer contains 3 letters and was confirmed in the Daily Themed puzzle.

Which crossword used "Congratulatory slap on the back" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Daily Themed puzzle on September 29, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What is the meaning of PAT?

The word PAT means: completely or perfectly. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Congratulatory slap on the back".