: something that stimulates or restores : tonic, bracer
my usual morning pick-me-up
Examples of pick-me-up in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebBoth puddings come with a mixable cookie crumb topping to blend into individual pudding cups for a sweet afternoon pick-me-up with every spoonful.—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 14 May 2024 Eileen gets a pick-me-up at work with the arrival of sophisticated psychologist Rebecca (Anne Hathaway), who pulls the fragile younger woman into unfortunate circumstances.—Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024 Wendy’s has a midweek pick-me-up for the rest of 2024.—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 9 May 2024 Should afternoon tea be more your thing, the Janu Lounge and Garden Terrace, just past the fifth-floor reception, is a perfect afternoon pick-me-up.—Rebekah Peppler, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2024 Taste testers of the pickle-y pick-me-up left reviews that agree that the slight sourness of the pickle and vinegar complements the sweetness of the white wine and sugar.—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2024 The vast majority of Sonny Angel customers use the doll as a novel pick-me-up.—Jasmine Li, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2024 Here's when and where STK Steakhouse STK Steakhouse is offering specialty cocktails for $10.40 all day on April 15 for anyone who needs a pick-me-up after filing taxes.—Gabe Hauari, The Arizona Republic, 15 Apr. 2024 Serve it for a brunch gathering on a Sunday or for a midweek breakfast when your family could use a little pick-me-up.—Julia Levy, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2024
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