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
For a special pick-me-up, visit Pillar in Bishop Arts, where the neighborhood bistro is offering free hot chocolate all day Saturday and Sunday.
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Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 24 Jan. 2026
Here was a team unexpectedly headed to overtime and in need of a pick-me-up.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2026
The smitten couple treated themselves to a beginning-of-the-week pick-me-up by way of a fancy evening out.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Skipping Healthy Add-Ins Your morning coffee can be more than a pick-me-up.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 20 Jan. 2026
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Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 24 Jan. 2026
Here was a team unexpectedly headed to overtime and in need of a pick-me-up.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2026
The smitten couple treated themselves to a beginning-of-the-week pick-me-up by way of a fancy evening out.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Skipping Healthy Add-Ins Your morning coffee can be more than a pick-me-up.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 20 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for pick-me-up
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pick-me-up
Noun
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Universities across the state will also get a sizable boost from the funding bills.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
13 Feb. 2026
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But now researchers say a quick nap might offer that same kind of brain boost.—
Hunter Boyce,
AJC.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Design, safety, and range Matrix uses a lift-and-cruise compound wing design with a triplane layout and a six-arm structure.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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In a financial update to the Vail Town Council on Tuesday, staff from the town’s finance and economic development departments said early indicators from sales tax, lift tax, parking revenue and lodging data all point to a softer-than-expected winter season.—
The Vail Daily,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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The bar team relies on fresh produce and herbs like the Little Leaf, a zippy refresher mixed with mezcal, cucumber, cilantro, and jalapeño.—
Lizbeth Scordo,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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At Gotcha Match, customers will find more than a dozen matcha creations alongside chai lattes, espresso, refreshers and hot tea.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Jan. 2026
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The team will have to find Jackson more help to return to contention.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Zddloinp Over-Stove Spice Rack Banish countertop clutter with the help of this handy shelf, which sits snugly on top of your stove.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Feb. 2026
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Coventry’s and Mansfield’s fire departments provided mutual aid and representatives from UConn facilities operations, farm services, and the building inspector’s office also reported to the scene.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
15 Feb. 2026
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The man was moved to a safe location for medical aid but was later pronounced dead.—
Jordan B. Darling,
Daily News,
15 Feb. 2026
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But in just the past two years, two different telehealth practices have been sanctioned for inappropriately prescribing stimulants.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
8 Feb. 2026
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State data shows that more Connecticut residents are being prescribed stimulants, such as Ritalin and Adderall.—
Alex Klancko,
Hartford Courant,
24 Jan. 2026
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The cognitive benefits were most pronounced in those who consumed two to three cups of caffeinated coffee or one to two cups of tea daily.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Various nuclear-capable nations, including close ally Canada, have decided that any conceivable benefits are simply not worth the expense and risks.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Pick-me-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pick-me-up. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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