liven up
Example Sentences
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He has vowed to liven up proceedings, saying during a hustings event that chamber business had become "dull".
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Hamm said that cameos can liven up a sketch or prop up a flatlining monologue, and at that moment he was joined by Kieren Culkin, who recently won an Oscar for “A Real Pain.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2025
Adding decorations to a steering wheel can liven up a dull commute, and the internet now offers endless possibilities.
From New York Times • Nov. 8, 2023
And indeed, a brand-new paint job can liven up your home, improve curb appeal and generally upgrade your look at a fraction of the cost of other significant visual improvements.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 12, 2023
What traps have the Gamemakers hid den to liven up the slower moments?
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
