bucks up

verb

Definition of bucks upnext
present tense third-person singular of buck up
1
as in brightens
to become glad or hopeful buck up, kids, it's not so bad as you're making it out to be

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2
as in encourages
to fill with courage or strength of purpose a surprise presidential visit to buck up the troops

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  1. brightens
  2. encourages
  3. inspires
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  • The five-in-one face formula (right) hydrates, smoothes, firms, plumps, and brightens while the eye cream brightens dark circles, reduces puffiness, refreshes tired eyes, smooths appearance of fine lines, and hydrates to visibly firm skin.
    Andrea Lavinthal, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
  • The natural, anti-microbial toning mist instantly brightens the skin and can be used throughout the day to refresh the skin.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of brightens
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  • By analyzing customer data and testing various minimum order values, companies can find the sweet spot that encourages larger purchases while maintaining profitable operations.
    Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • However, in such situations, Ward encourages people to accept the gift graciously and acknowledge the gift giver for their thoughtfulness, which is rewarding on both sides.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of encourages
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  • Similarly, Fox Sports and NBC Sports have highlighted LeBron James as a prime example, noting how his perseverance inspires teammates to rise above challenges and deliver peak performance.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Intentionally Showcasing Teamwork for Young Viewers When thinking on the things that kids and families can benefit from watching this new series, Oxley hopes that the show inspires kids to understand that anyone can be a hero.
    Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
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