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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheer (up)
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Ahead, the 10 best kojic acid products to brighten and clear your skin.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
12 Mar. 2025 -
Patients looking to brighten their skin tone and reduce fine lines often turn to Silkro and Thulium laser treatments, which refine skin texture while addressing pigmentation concerns.—
Alexandra Harbert,
USA TODAY,
6 Mar. 2025
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On the positive side, the increase in applications from students of color and the growing diversity of the applicant pool are encouraging signs of progress toward more significant equity in higher education.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Community Board 2 voted against the project in May, hoping to encourage the state liquor board to deny the liquor license, though community boards have no actual blocking power.—
Bridget Read,
Curbed,
14 Mar. 2025
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Employees expect to understand why an assignment is given and inspired to do the right thing, rather than follow instructions blindly.—
Martin Zwilling,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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This year, for the first time in 44 years, the designers will also be creating botanical art inspired by architecture.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Mar. 2025
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But while things may be looking up for homeowners, the same can't be said for renters in Southern California, where the rental market is facing new pressures.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025
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It's also being used by customer service reps to look up transactions and more quickly and accurately resolve issues.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Cheer (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheer%20%28up%29. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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