perk up

Example Sentences

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Will they perk up for the holiday shopping season?

From MarketWatch

Big picture: The economy might perk up in 2026 as trade wars fade and new tax breaks kick in, but the U.S. is likely to muddle through to the new year.

From MarketWatch

Bourassa believes interest rates will go down once inflation is tamed, which will perk up the housing market.

From Seattle Times

But he perked up as his father, whom he only recently saw for the first time in 13 years, took the stand to decry the terror attack, saying it has left the family ashamed.

From Seattle Times

“He’s one of those guys. Every time in practice or games when he’s in there, guys perk up and want to see what he can do.”

From Washington Post