as in boost
something (such as a drink) that makes you feel better and more lively
Coffee is my usual morning pick-me-up. I could really use a pick-me-up after the day I just had.
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Recent Examples of pick-me-up
Laneige Minty Lip Duo Set Laneige’s hydrating formula always gives my lips a little pick-me-up.
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Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
The coworker who is always visiting the local boba shop for a midday pick-me-up will love this Bay Island Bubble Tea with Instant Boba Milk Tea Gift Set.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 25 Nov. 2025
Purdy said there wasn’t a specific pick-me-up offered by teammates other than George Kittle advising to keep ripping passes, and Purdy indeed found Kittle for a game-long, 25-yard reception after the three picks.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 25 Nov. 2025
After the game, Louisville coach Pat Kelsey talked about how the win over Kentucky put a smile on the faces of folks in this city and how that pick-me-up means even more after the deadly plane crash last week.
—Payton Titus, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Nov. 2025
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Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
The coworker who is always visiting the local boba shop for a midday pick-me-up will love this Bay Island Bubble Tea with Instant Boba Milk Tea Gift Set.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 25 Nov. 2025
Purdy said there wasn’t a specific pick-me-up offered by teammates other than George Kittle advising to keep ripping passes, and Purdy indeed found Kittle for a game-long, 25-yard reception after the three picks.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 25 Nov. 2025
After the game, Louisville coach Pat Kelsey talked about how the win over Kentucky put a smile on the faces of folks in this city and how that pick-me-up means even more after the deadly plane crash last week.
—Payton Titus, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pick-me-up
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The city was already buzzing Friday night with both Bears and Packers fans, as the return of the NFL's oldest rivalry is a boost to spirits and business.—
Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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To be sure, how much of a boost beneficiaries see depends on the size of their current benefits.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2026
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But students whose loans are capped under the new law will need to make up the difference, in many cases by taking out private sector loans, which typically have less flexible repayment terms and require a strong credit rating — a heavy lift for students from low-income communities.—
Tribune News Service,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
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The sneakers boast enough lift to keep your feet away from anything unexpectedly sharp on the trail, and the spiky lugs offer excellent traction for trail running.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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For non-coffee drinks, the dragon fruit and strawberry acai refreshers are two of their best sellers.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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For those needing a refresher on the NFL’s playoff format, all division winners and the top three Wild Card teams from each conference make the playoffs.—
SportsDay Staff,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Jan. 2026
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On Wednesday, Mayor Barbara Lee and police leaders credited the city’s violence intervention program, as well as surveillance technology and help from the California Highway Patrol, with driving much of the decline.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Two of the patients sustained minor injuries, one of whom declined medical help.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Not only do these packing cubes from BAGSMART aid in organization, but the compression technology works wonders to cut down on bulk.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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Good Samaritans called 911 and aid was given to Jaramillo before he was taken to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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Others can act as stimulants that increase energy levels in the body, reducing sleep and relaxation, such as the B-complex vitamins and caffeine.—
Ayesha Gulzar,
Verywell Health,
6 Jan. 2026
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Mendelson said truck drivers during the 1950s were taking stimulants to stay awake, and the military uses them to this day.—
Kevin Krause,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Jan. 2026
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At the same time, food aid was delayed for tens of millions of people as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits were caught up in legal battles related to the shutdown.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
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Several states, including California, quickly began to dole out benefits.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Pick-me-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pick-me-up. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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