perk up
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Producers could unleash this supply as soon as temperatures drop and prices perk up, ultimately swamping markets and adding downward pressure to prices, energy trading firm EBW Analytics Group warned clients.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026
“When a cluster is big enough everybody’s ears perk up, communication starts,” and multiple avenues of investigation begin, Stevens said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
Vance, who is heading up the talks, announces progress, news editors perk up.
From Slate ● Jun. 24, 2026
A little lemon zest can perk up even the simplest of dishes, like scrambled eggs.
From Salon ● Feb. 26, 2026
Fern seemed to perk up some after her bath and nourishment, but not Mattie.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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