How to Use perk in a Sentence

perk

1 of 2 verb

• Just add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice to perk them up.
  — Melissa Clark, New York Times, 29 June 2018
• This crimson pick will do just the trick to perk you up.
  — Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 14 Sep. 2022
• But the story of what happened was enough to perk up the Tylenol task force.
  — Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2022
• This was truly the one moment in the episode that made my ears perk up.
  — Kyndall Cunningham, Vulture, 26 Nov. 2021
• His sows seemed to perk up at the tune — and even began wagging their tails.
  — Fox News, 28 July 2022
• Dogs, on the other hand, perk up even when addressed by a stranger.
  — Bydavid Grimm, science.org, 24 Oct. 2022
• Here are a handful of options that are sure to perk up any space.
  — Popular Science, 3 Jan. 2020
• And Bryce isn't the only one who seemed perked up by his dad's advice.
  — Brittney McNamara, Teen Vogue, 20 Dec. 2018
• When all else fails, a road trip can perk up the flagging spirits.
  — Jerry Shnay, Daily Southtown, 10 June 2019
• Chen attempted to perk up the burgers in the microwave.
  — Timothy Fanning, San Antonio Express-News, 13 Sep. 2021
• My dog perks up in the passenger seat, tongue lolling out of her mouth, head cocked.
  — Tyler Malone, latimes.com, 29 June 2018
• But as economies perked up, central banks changed course.
  — The Economist, 8 Aug. 2019
• By the end of his dad's talk, Bryce is clearly perked up and walks back onto the court with his head up.
  — Brittney McNamara, Teen Vogue, 20 Dec. 2018
• And soaking the onion slices in cold water helps to remove their bite and perk up their crunch.
  — Hana Asbrink, Bon Appétit, 18 Aug. 2022
• Then, perk up with an espresso at the coffee bar or sit back with a stogie in the cigar lounge.
  — Eric Rosen, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2021
• But fear not: Pottery Barn is here to perk you up and keep the obsession alive.
  — Laurel Benedum, ELLE Decor, 12 July 2019
• Now, however, maybe the Rebels’ two-game winning streak will perk up the Aztecs (9-1, 5-1 MW).
  — San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Nov. 2021
• And that got people in Washington, [to] perk their ears up.
  — ABC News, 24 May 2023
• Get the otak otak: fish custard perked up with kaffir lime and chili, all steamed in a banana leaf.
  — Fuchsia Dunlop, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2018
• Glitter twinkled on her cheeks, and her ears perked up as friends called her name.
  — Laura Regensdorf, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2018
• Three-year-old Juan perked up when one of the volunteers offered him a bright green ice pop.
  — NBC News, 24 June 2018
• Perhaps Betelgeuse will perk back up in a matter of weeks.
  — Katherine J. Wu, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2019
• How the rest of the menu sizes up Denizens of the Great Lakes states who perk at the mention of perch might be a little disappointed.
  — Dominic Armato, azcentral, 20 Nov. 2019
• Redick had a secret weapon to perk them up.
  — Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
• However, there’s nothing like a good old-fashioned shopping spree to perk me right up.
  — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026
• Peek-a-boo bras that perk out of tops were all over last year’s red carpets.
  — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
• People tend to perk back up or pink up.
  — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 7 Jan. 2026
• Once the plant perks back up, move it to its permanent, sunnier home and water it thoroughly.
  — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
• The peppers lend just enough heat to perk things up without overpowering the other elements.
  — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
• The mention of pesto above and making it with something other than the ubiquitous basil perked me up.
  — Khalil Alhajal, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025

perk

2 of 2 noun

• That’s not to say there weren’t perks that came with the job.
  — Krystal Hur, CNN, 16 Mar. 2024
• But what type of coffee roast has the most health perks?
  — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 29 Oct. 2023
• Combine the perks of a swimming pool with the beauty of a pond.
  — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2023
• This year, the arena added the perk to concerts and other events.
  — David Kroman, Anchorage Daily News, 24 May 2023
• That doesn't mean that the other perks aren't pretty good.
  — Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 16 Jan. 2024
• As clever as the decor is, other perks of the house and this stay are equally notable.
  — Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2023
• Being a part of the team comes with its perks, former players said.
  — Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2023
• The obvious answer might be to offer the same perks as the megabanks.
  — Greynier Fuentes, Forbes, 17 July 2023
• Each abode is managed by Silent and comes with a number of other perks, too.
  — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 June 2023
• The solar eclipse that takes place during the April new moon, for example, has its perks.
  — Aliza Pelto, Women's Health, 18 May 2023
• Instead, opt for this solid body oil that has all of the perks without the unwieldy liquid.
  — Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023
• One of the perks of living on a boat in the middle of the ocean is the ability to marvel at some of the most stunning sunsets on Earth.
  — Kc Baker, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2024
• At both, remote work has never been a perk that could be taken away.
  — Job Van Der Voort, Fortune, 4 May 2023
• That had one perk: the flexibility to keep adding new ideas.
  — Amel Mukhtar, Vogue, 12 June 2023
• Here are just a few perks of traveling during this time.
  — Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2023
• There are other glimpses of Carmichael’s newfound celebrity perks, like the stylist who brings him a rack full of clothes for the occasion.
  — Inkoo Kang, The New Yorker, 29 Mar. 2024
• Nonetheless, the perks tend to outweigh the potential downside for artists craving a piece of the sports pie.
  — Steve Knopper, Billboard, 9 Feb. 2024
• Amex Black and Platinum Cards come with reservation perks.
  — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2023
• The deals also include a choice of perks, like $1,000 onboard credit or one free hotel night.
  — Dan Koday, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2023
• And for Amazon Prime members, the perks are even greater, with free shipping included.
  — Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 26 Mar. 2024
• Your children don't need kid-specific Kindles, but there are a few perks.
  — Medea Giordano, WIRED, 24 Nov. 2023
• Extra perks include Sandy Springs merchandise and check-in beers.
  — Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 10 Jan. 2024
• While most of these perks cost a pretty penny, sprucing up your smile with the best whitening strips and pens is an easy way to gain A-list confidence.
  — Natalie Alcala, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 July 2023
• Savvy shoppers can get their hands on designer fashion with all the perks Amazon has to offer.
  — Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 6 Oct. 2023
• The hot coffee, cozy fireplaces and free rides were more than perks — they were meant to ensure patients were consistent about their health care.
  — Caroline O'Donovan, Washington Post, 28 Feb. 2024
• One of those perks is called Member Prices, which gives you access to discounts on thousands of properties.
  — Andie Kanaras, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2024
• Schools close as officials retain perks.
  — Israel Melendez Ayala, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
• For decades, all Venezuelans enjoyed the perks of living in a land where oil was a birthright.
  — The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
• Among other new perks is a select day of the month where customization, such as an extra shot of espresso, are free.
  — Reuters wire Service, Dallas Morning News, 29 Jan. 2026
• There are perks to keeping it simple with something like a single-basin sink.
  — Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026