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
Lana was in languid mode for the entirety of the set; think of her headlining set at Coachella last year — the early, slow parts — extended further and without the pick-me-up selections near the end.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Apr. 2025
Coffee Your morning pick-me-up might see a hefty price increase.
—Erica Gerald Mason, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Flowers are an uplifting little luxury, and during springtime can be a perfect pick-me-up for a solo day out, a gift for a loved one, a token for someone that is grieving and more.
—Sophie Liza Cannon, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Energize yourself with an afternoon pick-me-up from Kesh Cup and grab a coffee, smoothie, or mojito to-go.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2025
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Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Apr. 2025
Coffee Your morning pick-me-up might see a hefty price increase.
—Erica Gerald Mason, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Flowers are an uplifting little luxury, and during springtime can be a perfect pick-me-up for a solo day out, a gift for a loved one, a token for someone that is grieving and more.
—Sophie Liza Cannon, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Energize yourself with an afternoon pick-me-up from Kesh Cup and grab a coffee, smoothie, or mojito to-go.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pick-me-up
Noun
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May Protect Brain Health Older adults who drank three cups of (regular) milk daily saw a boost in brain-health-protecting antioxidant levels.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
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Segal sees digital technologies, film tax credits and other soft money available internationally as providing a financial and creative boost to Hollywood producers to go further afield to shoot projects.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Over the past several years, the resort has experienced significant growth through a three-year ski expansion project, which added new slopes, lifts and advanced snowmaking technology, driving an increase in winter guest visits.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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SpaceX's Starship, with roughly 10 times more payload lift capacity than Neutron, is also on contract with AFRL for demonstrations for the Rocket Cargo program.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 May 2025
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But first, a refresher on how to build a better brunch classic.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Press play on some 1960s French pop music and read on for a refresher.—
Sezin Devi Koehler,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
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But in the meantime, those who know her are left to ponder an illness that appears to have consumed the caring mother, in spite of her efforts to get help.—
Laura Crimaldi,
BostonGlobe.com,
13 Feb. 2023
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Police departments in Carroll County could get help from the state with funding the high cost of outfitting officers with body cameras, if a bill introduced in the Maryland General Assembly is passed.—
Sherry Greenfield,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Feb. 2023
Noun
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Walking 10,000 steps—about 4 or 5 miles—daily can strengthen bones and muscles, aid in weight loss, increase energy levels, and improve heart and lung health.—
Jennifer Steinhoff,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
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For more than ten weeks, Israel has halted the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza, to pressure Hamas to release Israeli hostages.—
NPR,
NPR,
14 May 2025
Noun
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These apparently humble nuts act as a mild stimulant when chewed, with a buzz equivalent to six cups of coffee.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Examples include antidepressants for depression or stimulants such as Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine) for ADHD.17 Neurostimulation: Neurostimulation is an option when medications or psychotherapy aren’t yielding results.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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Standout benefits: Auto-Owners also provides coverage for classic cars, as well as vehicles that have been modified for accessibility.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
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The bigger piece is the resistance training itself, which research shows has benefits for longevity, brain function and cardiovascular health, to name just a few.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
19 May 2025
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“Pick-me-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pick-me-up. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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