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pep

[pep] / pɛp /
NOUN
vim, vigor
Synonyms
STRONGEST
gusto starch verve
STRONG
animation bang birr energy get-up-and-go go hardihood life liveliness moxie potency punch push snap spirit tuck vitality vivacity zip
WEAK
high spirits
Antonyms
STRONG
apathy discouragement idleness inactivity laziness lethargy
WEAK
lifelessness

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Nick Halic and his young son giving pep talk to one of the few seniors on Birmingham Charles Eleri after loss.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

The pep talk focused his mind and inspired him to battle through the pain barrier for the remaining six races.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Tennis great Roger Federer even invited Shiffrin and her mother, Eileen, to his Swiss mountain home to give her a pep talk.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

And a quick pep talk, if you need one: most neighbors are genuinely happy to meet you!

From Salon • Jan. 27, 2026

Luna and I exchange awkward smiles as Brie pulls Teddy away for a pep talk.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

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