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 bottom line here is: when your hair is in need of a pick-me-up, hair masks can be a great addition to your hair care routine, helping to alleviate dryness and damage, and providing deep nourishment and repair, Agbai says.
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
The result is an adorable, delicious pick-me-up that’s topped with a little treat.
—Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 6 Nov. 2024
For an after-dinner pick-me-up option, include espresso, coffee liqueur, and simple syrup to make crowd-pleasing espresso martinis.
—Alyson Sheppard, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
Whataburger is also launching Hot or Iced White Chocolate Peppermint Coffee for guests who want to enjoy the new flavor but need a little pick-me-up too.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2024
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
The result is an adorable, delicious pick-me-up that’s topped with a little treat.
—Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 6 Nov. 2024
For an after-dinner pick-me-up option, include espresso, coffee liqueur, and simple syrup to make crowd-pleasing espresso martinis.
—Alyson Sheppard, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
Whataburger is also launching Hot or Iced White Chocolate Peppermint Coffee for guests who want to enjoy the new flavor but need a little pick-me-up too.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pick-me-up
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Women's sports have been skyrocketing in popularity in recent years; basketball in particular has seen a massive boost thanks to WNBA stars like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Cameron Brink.Justin Klawans, The Week US, theweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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Leading up to the election, Musk tinkered with the algorithm to give his posts a boost.Brittney Melton, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
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The Light Salon’s Boost LED Mask is a best seller for its ability to plump, brighten, smooth, lift, soften, and reduce the depth of fine lines.Annie Blackman, Allure, 5 Nov. 2024
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This is great for preventing things from rolling out of the cargo area when the lift gate is opened, something taht drivers will really appreciate after a particularly fun drive.Scotty Reiss, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Sip on this: A full espresso menu is also available (try a dirty matcha, which is a matcha latte with a shot of espresso), plus loose-leaf teas and a variety of refreshers.McKenzie Rankin, Axios, 25 Nov. 2024
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Watch on Deadline So a refresher about the ’92 movie.Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
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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
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But these tools didn't get the full picture and were more like functional aids than strategic assets.Ron Cameron, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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All proceeds will benefit Band Aid Trust, which has raised more than $175 million for famine relief and emergency aid.SPIN Staff, SPIN, 20 Nov. 2024
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Shifting goals have precipitated new (and expensive) methods: Carbon dioxide and gibberellic acid are being used as growth stimulants; some pumpkins are fully grown in greenhouses.Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2024
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Key Takeaways Cognitive behavioral therapy and the mild stimulant modafinil both reduce fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis by about the same amount, finds a new study.Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Oct. 2024
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But the show ultimately weaponizes that claustrophobia to its benefit.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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The greatest benefit for waterfowl hunters in recent years is the evolution of truly lifelike decoy postures.Joe Arterburn, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Pick-me-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pick-me-up. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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