perked up

Example Sentences

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The number of postings in the retail sector, which is typically a hotspot for teen hiring, has actually perked up in recent weeks.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Kelly, her head ever in her finances, perked up and said she was familiar with the asset-management company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

A lady in a pink track suit and matching headphones next to me perked up, probably wondering if some meme-worthy security meltdown was about to unfold.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

They perked up when they heard there was a good mall nearby.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

Ma Charles perked up like I knew she would, which told me I had to try harder to get Miss Trotter to cross over the creek or go around on the road.

From "Gone Crazy in Alabama" by Rita Williams-Garcia