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liven (sth) up
[ M ]
to become more interesting and exciting, or to make something become like this
• A new coat of paint would liven the kitchen up.
• Liven up your meals with fresh herbs and spices.
• The party livened up as soon as Sally arrived., liven (sb) up
to become more energetic or in a better mood, or to make someone feel this way
• She was a bit subdued to start with, but after a while she livened up.
• [ R ]: I'm going to liven my self up a bit by going for a run.
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