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pep talk
n. Informal
A speech of exhortation, as to a team or staff, meant to instill enthusiasm or bolster morale.
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pep talk
n
informal an enthusiastic talk designed to increase confidence, production, cooperation, etc
vb
to give a pep talk to
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pep′ talk`
n.
a vigorous, emotional talk intended to inspire enthusiasm, increase determination to succeed, etc.
[1920–25]
pep′talk`, v.t., v.i.
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Noun | 1. | ![]() colloquialism - a colloquial expression; characteristic of spoken or written communication that seeks to imitate informal speech exhortation, incitement - the act of exhorting; an earnest attempt at persuasion |
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