Badly
Pat
Pat adverb - Without any flaws or errors.
Usage example: after months of practicing for the competition, the cheerleaders have their moves down pat
Both words in one sentence
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This is in definite contrast to the novel, where nearly everyone who knows Pat speaks badly about Nikki.
Source: Film / Silver Linings Playbook -
Also, while nobody speaks badly about her, nobody really speaks well about her besides Pat.
Source: Film / Silver Linings Playbook -
Berserk Button: Do not hurt or threaten Pat; he will go into Unstoppable Rage even if he is badly wounded.
Source: Literature / The Saint
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