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• v  become more cheerful
• v  make more cheerful
• v  keep afloat

• lighten
• lighten up
• buoy

• weigh_down

News & Articles

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• Reflections on ultimate Ali foil
  In Ken Norton’s corner, crouched behind him between rounds and whispering words of encouragement to the fighter, was Michael Dean, a hypnotist. His mission: to buoy up Norton, not the most positive of thinkers.
  Sept. 20, 2013 - U-T San Diego