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
The Nerazzurri are reeling from their dramatic defeat in Turin on Saturday and travel to Amsterdam in need of a pick-me-up.
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Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Coffee isn’t just a morning pick-me-up; it’s linked to surprising health benefits beyond energy.
—Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2025
That means drinking orange juice by itself could give you a quick pick-me-up in the morning.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 17 Sep. 2025
There’s space for three additional guests, a Nespresso coffee machine for a quick pick-me-up during morning drives, and even Sperka’s signature martini bar for enjoying sundowners at the end of the day.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
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Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Coffee isn’t just a morning pick-me-up; it’s linked to surprising health benefits beyond energy.
—Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2025
That means drinking orange juice by itself could give you a quick pick-me-up in the morning.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 17 Sep. 2025
There’s space for three additional guests, a Nespresso coffee machine for a quick pick-me-up during morning drives, and even Sperka’s signature martini bar for enjoying sundowners at the end of the day.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pick-me-up
Noun
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With Cassidy back in the fold, AEW's active babyface roster has gotten a boost.—
Fernando Quiles Jr,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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In its final week, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club saw a boost in business, jumping $191,242 over the previous week to land at $820,805.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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My niche is definitely the leg lift.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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Earlier Tesla statements suggested high maximum lifts (150 pounds or 68 kg) under ideal conditions.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And its prestige image started to fade as snazzy new Chinese EV makers emerged and Tesla’s lineup needed a refresher (a new, roomier six-seater Model Y had a successful launch in August).—
Rebecca A. Fannin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Here’s a quick refresher on why there are two Monday games on certain weeks, plus the differences between ABC and ESPN broadcasts.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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When the federal government reached an agreement with Alabama officials last October to address destructive flooding in the predominantly Black Shiloh community, residents thought their calls for help had finally been answered.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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While there are reasons to be optimistic about the future, there are still quite a few areas that badly need help.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Inside, the couple meet a mismatch of eccentric characters, like biker Eddie (Meat Loaf), butler Riff-Rat (O'Brien) and doting aid Columbia (Nell Campbell).—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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For its upcoming budget, officials plan to use federal pandemic aid to help fill the gap, MCTS Chief Administrative Officer Sandra Kellner said previously.—
Rory Linnane,
jsonline.com,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Limit consuming big meals, alcohol, and caffeine in the evening, as the body requires energy to digest food and process beverages or stimulants.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
20 Sep. 2025
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Reject The Quick-Fix Trap The temptation is to reach for stimulants, sedatives, or trendy supplements.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Other homeowners find that the time- and labor-saving benefits of leaf blowers outweigh the noise and air pollution.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
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Inspired by real riders, biker gangs, and based on true events that David Mann encountered throughout his life as a rider, Mann was alive to reap the benefits of his fame, something rarely afforded to many artists.—
Dominick Williams,
Kansas City Star,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Pick-me-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pick-me-up. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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