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as in brightens
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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as in encourages
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
a surprise presidential visit to buck up the troops
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Hers was protected by a wide headpiece while a pink lipstick brightens her smile, her nails are painted in an ever-chic milky shade.
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Niacinamide and vitamin E work to strengthen, vitamin C brightens, AHA exfoliates and smooths, and collagen peptides help reduce the appearance of fine lines while boosting elasticity.
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The flyer encourages students to celebrate the end of the school year after finals.
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When their biggest demonic enemy (Lee Byung-hun) encourages the formation of an equally popular K-pop boy band aimed at stealing the souls of their fans, the trio has to fight harder than ever to hold the demons at bay while keeping their friendship intact.
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Suddenly, sensing my presence, François looks up.
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Greta keeps her grasp and looks up at Miranda's face.
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Pay attention to who celebrates your growth, inspires you and supports your endeavors.
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.
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This annual migration has made nearby Churchill, Manitoba, an ideal destination for thousands of tourists each year who want to witness these bears up close.
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“Bucks up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bucks%20up. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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