perks (up)

verb

Definition of perks (up)next
present tense third-person singular of perk (up)
1
as in brightens
to become glad or hopeful we perked up once the sun came out

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2
as in lifts
to move from a lower to a higher place or position the dog tilts her head and perks up her ears whenever someone speaks to her

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  1. brightens
  2. lifts
  3. raises
  4. elevates
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  • Whether in the months when the sun bathes our skin or now, in the middle of the Christmas season, this shoe design brightens up any outfit—and the actor's latest effortless look is the best example to prove it.
    María Munsuri, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Oklahoma The Bricktown Christmas Tree brightens up this Oklahoma City area.
    Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of brightens
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  • Their latest, limited-edition scent is called Sanctuary and lifts inspiration from Palo Santo, a small town along the pacific coast of Mexico.
    Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • One officer is seen using a shoe to strike Brooks in the stomach as another lifts him up by his neck and drops him back on the table.
    Landon Mion, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
Definition of lifts
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  • But the study demonstrates how competition raises the stakes of getting lucky early in life, says Robin Snyder, a theoretical ecologist at Case Western Reserve University who wasn't involved in the research.
    Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Yet the possibility of preemptively pardoning people who have not been charged of any crimes raises a host of legal concerns that could sway Biden not to take action.
    Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of raises
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  • Crutchfield wanted the job, but… Who elevates the coach who worked for the guy who just got fired?
    CJ Moore, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Encouraging employees to explore new ideas, take thoughtful risks, and reflect on their experiences unlocks potential that elevates both individuals and organizations.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of elevates
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