How to Use pick-me-up in a Sentence

pick-me-up

noun
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  • This lightweight spray is the perfect pick-me-up to get you through the rest of the week.
    — Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 3 July 2024
  • None of this is to say that treats, splurging or pick-me-ups are bad.
    — Tanyel Mustafa, refinery29.com, 9 Sep. 2024
  • Try dopamine fasting or, for a quick pick-me-up, get dopamine dressed.
    — Celia Ford, Vox, 22 May 2024
  • Photo: Mike Blake/Reuters The picket line just got a pick-me-up.
    — Ashley Wong, WSJ, 14 July 2023
  • Ouai’s Fine Hair Shampoo is the pick-me-up your hair has been missing.
    — Nerisha Penrose, elle.com, 1 June 2023
  • On today's episode of the 5 Things podcast: Need a pick-me-up today?
    — James Brown, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2023
  • That cup of coffee's great for a pick-me-up in the morning, but what can caffeine do for skin?
    — Jaylyn Pruitt, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2023
  • And for many people, coffee is the perfect pick-me-up throughout the day.
    — USA TODAY, 6 Apr. 2024
  • Enjoy them with friends at the schoolyard or by yourself as a mid-day pick-me-up.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 18 Mar. 2023
  • That’s eye-rolling verbiage to the 99% of us looking for a fast, comforting pick-me-up.
    — Sam Alden, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2023
  • Here are six options, plus a major event to keep in mind for a midweek pick-me-up.
    — Detroit Free Press, 22 Mar. 2024
  • For a midweek pick-me-up, fans can grab a large order of hash browns for free with a $1 purchase.
    — Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 5 Mar. 2024
  • The building will also house the Café at Hotel 1928, a spot to grab a morning pick-me-up or sweet treat.
    — Sam Burros, Peoplemag, 18 Aug. 2023
  • Toss yours into your work tote or gym bag for the perfect midday pick-me-up.
    — Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
  • While cash and gift cards came out on top, thoughtful pick-me-ups, sweet treats, and self-care goodies also made the list.
    — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 5 Dec. 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
  • Start with a Vietnamese coffee for an instant pick-me-up.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2024
  • This Mario Badescu Facial Spray is a great pick-me-up for tired, dull skin.
    — Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024
  • This crossroads is the heart of the historic Five Points area, and that means the first stop is Condor Chocolates for a homemade pick-me-up.
    — Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2023
  • The building also houses the Café at Hotel 1928, a spot to grab a morning pick-me-up or sweet treat.
    — Sam Burros, Peoplemag, 3 Nov. 2023
  • The Great Skin serum is the perfect little pick-me-up treat for a loved one to discover in their stocking.
    — Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2023
  • This simple little white slip is the perfect pick-me-up to bid adieu to all the hard wedding planning work and dance the night away.
    — Julie Tong, Vogue, 1 July 2024
  • The Marquette men's basketball team could use a pick-me-up after a stretch that has them at 2-3 in Big East play.
    — Journal Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Neon: The opposite of the golden, this pothos needs less light and is a lovely pick-me-up for getting out of bed in the morning.
    — Medgina Saint-Elien, House Beautiful, 27 July 2023
  • If your bedroom or bathroom needs a pick-me-up, there are plenty of discounts to go around.
    — Megan Stein, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Drinking several cups of coffee each day may do more than give you a pick-me-up.
    — Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Sep. 2024
  • The 50-minute concert on a Tuesday is a festive midday pick-me-up for those who work downtown.
    — Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 8 Dec. 2023
  • Armani White was up next, who made quite the intro by throwing Fruit Snacks to fans as an early-evening pick-me-up.
    — Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2023
  • The aforementioned mask is great for an in-flight pick-me-up via niacinamide, glycerin, and hyaluronic acid.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
  • So why not infuse some festive cheer into the moment and make your morning pick-me-up that much more festive?
    — Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024

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