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
Muslims liven up their iftar spreads with their own local delicacies.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2024
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
Tasked with maintaining a festive atmosphere at Dodger Stadium, Vassegh did what people often do to liven up crowds: He stated an opinion that he knew was shared by virtually the entire audience.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2023
“Some would say they liven up a party too much.”
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
