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
Still, collagen coffee can be a morning pick-me-up that can improve skin, hair, nails, joints, bones, gut health, and more for a radiant glow.
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Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2026
Shortstop Colson Montgomery provided an instant pick-me-up on Sunday at American Family Field in Milwaukee, blasting a grand slam in the first inning.
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Lamond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
Slick Salve delivers a refresh with every swipe—an instant pick-me-up for dry lips.
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Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
25 Mar. 2026
This dry shampoo is long-lasting, smells amazing, and gives just the volumizing pick-me-up my bangs need on days between washes.
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Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2026
Shortstop Colson Montgomery provided an instant pick-me-up on Sunday at American Family Field in Milwaukee, blasting a grand slam in the first inning.
—
Lamond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
Slick Salve delivers a refresh with every swipe—an instant pick-me-up for dry lips.
—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
25 Mar. 2026
This dry shampoo is long-lasting, smells amazing, and gives just the volumizing pick-me-up my bangs need on days between washes.
—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pick-me-up
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Local business owners welcomed the boost in business as Dodgers fans filled restaurants, hotels and entertainment districts throughout Sacramento and West Sacramento.
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But while the sportswear giant remains the category leader by revenue, and the company is enjoying a FIFA World Cup boost for its soccer jersey sales, the momentum has shifted decisively away from Beaverton, Oregon.
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And remember there are likely to be two models of Apple Watch (Series 12 and Ultra 4) and both reviews will appear on the same day, likely with the same embargo lift time.
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Using a mechanical lift, crews safely brought all three riders back to the ground.
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The union said Monday marked Day 4 of the safety stand-down, including refresher training for drivers and engaging with outside experts.
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That’s blue, red, and yellow, for those who need a little refresher.
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For anonymous, confidential help, people can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224.
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After the match, Knight laid out both Usos with help from Solo Sikoa.
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The Real Cost of Waiting Only one in four adults who could benefit from a hearing aid has ever used one, and the average person waits nine years after a diagnosis before doing anything about it.
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Most people who could benefit from a hearing aid have never used one.
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Cathinone, considered to be the principal active stimulant, is structurally similar to d-amphetamine and at its highest levels when khat is harvested.
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Experts say this puts unsuspecting users seeking more common drugs, such as oxycodone, fentanyl, or stimulants like cocaine, at risk of fatal overdoses.
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Swept away The high altitude in Denver can cause certain pitch types to go awry, but Gray had the benefit of being able to mix and match from his expansive repertoire.
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Created by the makers of Korea’s buzzy Rejuran in-office skin boosters, the Turnover Ampoule offers a needle-free way to tap into the ingredient’s glow-boosting benefits at home.
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“Pick-me-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pick-me-up. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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