: 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 WebTraditionally, queso duro blando is the salty kiss in a Salvadoran quesadilla, which, unlike the Mexican dish of the same name, is a sweet bread verging on cake, just savory enough for breakfast or a midafternoon pick-me-up.—Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 5 June 2024 Reflect on how your values have shifted in the last six months, but luckily for you, Venus' ingress into Gemini on the same day brings forth a sweet pick-me-up of fresh perspective and mental stimulation.—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024 Bring them on the road as a backup in case that one dish at the potluck could use a pick-me-up, pack a mini in your beach bag, or snag a few early stocking stuffers for spice lovers in your life.—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 17 May 2024 General Daily Insight for April 30, 2024 The sensitive Moon supports ambitious Mars, providing a boost of energy for those of us who are feeling a little sluggish and need a pick-me-up.—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 30 Apr. 2024 Both 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
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