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Definitions

congrats

[kuhn-grats, kuhng-] / kənˈgræts, kəŋ- /
NOUN
pat on the back
Synonyms
WEAK
blessing compliment congratulations encouragement felicitation flattery praise stroke support

Example Sentences

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"Also, huge congrats to my team-mates and all of the Team USA athletes who are out there inspiring me and giving me something to cheer for."

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

"It's amazing for the team that the car is capable of being on pole," the seven-time champion said, "so big congrats to Charles."

From BBC • Aug. 2, 2025

Johnson texted Herbert with congrats and made a joke about the taxes in California.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2023

“We really ain’t get to see Duce pick up his knees,” fellow receiver Mario Williams said with a wide grin, “but he finally did this Saturday, so congrats to him.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2023

I’d missed the big coming-of-age party, but still, it didn’t seem like a good time to offer up any belated congrats.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx