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pickup

[pik-uhp] / ˈpɪkˌʌp /
NOUN
boost
Synonyms


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Police are woefully understaffed and hampered by public policy, said Blair Besten, president of downtown’s Historic Core Business Improvement District, a nonprofit that arranges graffiti removal, trash pickup and safety patrols in the area.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

Taylor said he was doubtful that rate rises would be needed to counter the pickup in inflation, given the weakness of the economy and the softness of the jobs market before the conflict began.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The 2.25-mile electric train system is designed to help reduce airport congestion by connecting terminals, parking lots and passenger pickup and drop-off areas — ferrying riders over the airport’s notorious horseshoe loop.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

It is powered by strong demand for luxury sedans, pickup trucks and large SUVs that net the biggest profits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

We finish practice with no incident and are all in high spirits during pickup.

From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone