What does "Attaboy" mean?

expression of encouragement or praise

Synonym: well done, good job Opposite: failure, disappointment

"Attaboy" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Attaboy!

Modern Family S4E15

Attaboy.

The Office S8E13

Attaboy. Now...

Young Sheldon S1E3

I can at least get an "attaboy."

Breaking Bad S4E7

That was the attaboy.

Grey's Anatomy S4E15

Attaboy. Let's go talk to those girls.

How I Met Your Mother S1E3

[Roars] Attaboy.

Parks and Recreation S2E22

- Cool! - Attaboy. Go get 'em.

Scrubs S1E1

"Attaboy" in TV shows & movies

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