1
as in to brighten
to become glad or hopeful
cheer up—things are bound to get better
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2
as in to encourage
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
the general's speech cheered up the troops tremendously
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The set comes with 24 pairs of patches that are formulated with hydrating ingredients to brighten under eyes.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
2 Feb. 2025 -
Barber brightened up this dark mahogany, traditional office space with contemporary pieces, such as a lucite coffee table, mixed with antiques, reproductions, Rose Tarlow pieces, and the client’s collection of art.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
30 Jan. 2025
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This can involve recognizing and celebrating individual and team achievements, encouraging open and honest feedback, and providing opportunities for team members to build personal connections.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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She’s offered words of compassion and advice, encouraging one man who was considering a xenotransplant to follow his heart and lean into his faith.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 Feb. 2025
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Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple.—
Joshua Korber Hoffman,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
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They’re meant to inspire empathy, to reassure viewers that influencers are just like them.—
Maytal Eyal,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2025
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Engaging in mindfulness requires active meditation through viewing everything as a wonder — from looking up at the clouds to simply breathing in and out.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
31 Jan. 2025
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Argo’s Darron Greer Jr. didn’t look up as the scoreboard continuously updated his scoring total.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2025
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“Cheer (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer%20%28up%29. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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