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liven up







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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

Muslims liven up their iftar spreads with their own local delicacies.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 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

Peter and Linda, if she were to visit him, would undoubtedly liven up the Cambridge scene.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson




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