1
as in looking up
to become glad or hopeful
buck up, kids, it's not so bad as you're making it out to be
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2
as in inspiring
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
a surprise presidential visit to buck up the troops
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In the finale, Brandis pretends not to see the million-dollar stash in Maeve's possession and zips the bag back up, looking up as birds sing.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
20 Oct. 2025 -
Prince Harry Has Tea With King Charles More recently, though, things have been looking up for the relationship as Harry and Charles met for tea at Clarence House in September.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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Seeing the awe-inspiring falls is the top priority for most travelers coming to Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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Their story struck a chord online, inspiring thousands to share their own experiences of unexpected friendship.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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Sitake says the most rewarding team meetings are discussions around the smallest of gestures, brightening the days of others.—
Christopher Kamrani,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Writers need time to get to know their stars’ strengths, even if those stars have been brightening our screens for decades.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
13 Oct. 2025
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His message emphasizes calm confidence, encouraging pet parents to embrace their role as the pack leader in their home.—
Madeline Gunderson,
USA Today,
19 Oct. 2025
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Now is a period of stillness — encouraging you to embrace spirituality and trust and flow with the universe.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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It can also be used as a bench, bearing up to 355 pounds.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Bucking up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bucking%20up. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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