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pickup

[pik-uhp] / ˈpɪkˌʌp /
NOUN
boost
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The pickup in sales last month is a reminder that many buyers are ready to transact when supply expands and affordability conditions ease.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

That includes support roles like supply pickup, reconnaissance, recovery of equipment or casualties, and hazard inspection.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

One of the caravan’s drivers, in a rented pickup truck, was Dries Bessels, co-founder of the Dutch Route 66 Assn.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

“You get in the higher financial areas and you see the new cars,” said Loring, who drives a 10-year-old Chevrolet Silverado pickup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

I’ve been avoiding the bus for so long, I don’t even remember the pickup time anymore.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz




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