How to Use pick-me-up in a Sentence

pick-me-up

noun

• 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
• 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
• Enjoy it hot or iced any time of the day for a delicious pick-me-up that's sure to keep you energized and focused.
  — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 6 Mar. 2023
• Yes, a treat here and there can result in a nice little pick-me-up, but don’t mistake it for something lasting.
  — Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2023
• This chilled dish, which calls for fresh lemon juice, celery leaves, and plain Greek yogurt, is a welcome pick-me-up on a scorching hot day.
  — Brittany Natale, Redbook, 30 June 2023
• But there's one area that hasn't had an instant pick-me-up option until now — lashes.
  — Maura Lynch, Allure, 21 Sep. 2023
• Krispy Kreme has the perfect pick-me-up for those affected by the global IT outage on July 19.
  — Miles Berry, Peoplemag, 19 July 2024
• Serve warm for breakfast or brunch, or save for an afternoon pick-me-up with a cup of tea, coffee, or orange juice.
  — Joy Howard, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2023
• Regular calls with your life coach can keep you your job search on track and organized, as well as give you a pick-me-up during the inevitable peaks and valleys of a job search.
  — Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024

Last Updated: 9 Nov 2024