liven up
Example Sentences
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Pecans add crunch and texture to soups, walnuts liven up pasta dishes and Marcona almonds bring a buttery, salty note to verdant salads.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2025
Some people even threw in extra theatrics and party favors to liven up their pitch.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2024
Yang Hyun-Jun, who also helped liven up Celtic from the bench, then teed up Palma for the simplest of finishes.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 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
They did a great deal to liven up the atmosphere of the lab, where experiments usually lasted several months to years.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
