pep

Example Sentences

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He calmed his nerves, he said, by giving himself a blunt pep talk - a move typical of the man who inspired many GIFs with his trademark pointing of the finger towards his temple.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Challengers visited the White House in March for a pep talk and photos.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Dancers bounced to the sound of BTS on an avenue in Mexico City, clapping and screaming at a pep rally kicking off a string of concerts by the South Korean superstars.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

He lashed out through his White House pep secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday morning.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

Mrs. Lehwalder gave her a pep talk and a Pepto-Bismol, and Annabelle ended up winning a medal.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti