as in to stimulate
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the music at the party pepped everyone up
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stimulate
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These drugs stimulate the pancreas to release insulin, which then decreases blood sugar levels.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025 -
During the growing season, the plant is a heavy feeder that needs regular fertilization to stimulate new growth and flowers.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
15 June 2025
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“Pep (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pep%20%28up%29. Accessed 22 Jun. 2025.
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