pat

Example Sentences

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The Fed will stand pat to see how it all sorts out.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

A pat of butter melting into everything, a scatter of cheese, a cool spoonful of sour cream.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

The central bank makes a sensible decision to stand pat on rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

While they are expected to stand pat on interest rates, any remarks on the impact of the war on their respective economies will be closely followed.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Pong wanted to reach out and pat him on the shoulder, or pinch his arm, or do something, anything, to break through that wall of silence.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat