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as in brightened
to become glad or hopeful
cheer up—things are bound to get better
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as in inspired
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
the general's speech cheered up the troops tremendously
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Share this with friends who need their day brightened.—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026 -
The tomato broth should be aromatic and sippable, often brightened with white wine, fennel, and fragrant herbs.—
Becky Duffett,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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The final week of the summer season, Louisville Ballet returns for a 10th season to present an original dancepiece from choreographer Roger Creel, inspired by Shakespeare.—
Kirby Adams,
Louisville Courier Journal,
8 Feb. 2026
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Alyssa Firkus, Director of Education for the Lake County Forest Preserves, said the exhibit on pollinators was inspired when one of their exhibit designers learned about The Bee Collective of Columbus, Ohio, which creates art related to bees, in addition to educating on pollinators.—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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Schwartz encouraged the public to be active participants in community science.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Organizers encouraged people to join to stand together in love, peace and prayer.—
Laurie Perez,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
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The popular halftime performer known as Red Panda finished her signature seven-minute set, looked up at a crowd of fans chanting her name and flashed a smile before dismounting.—
Alanis Thames,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2026
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As Vizcaino delivered her opening argument, Braddy looked up, moving his lips.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Cheered (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheered%20%28up%29. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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