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a shot in the arm in American English something that bolsters up, reinvigorates, encourages, etc., esp. in a difficult situation See full dictionary entry for shot help and encouragement at a time when you badly need it The remaining problems can be dealt with in weeks, and to risk further delay wouldbe to deny the world economy a desperately needed shot in the arm. Synonyms of 'a shot in the arm'boost, lift, encouragement, push More Synonyms of a shot in the arm Chinese translation of 'a shot in the arm' - (fig)
起鼓舞作用的事物 (qǐ gǔwǔ zuòyòng de shìwù)
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兴(興)奋(奮)剂(劑) (xīngfènjì)
See arm Nearby words ofa shot in the arm - A shares
- a shield against sth
- a short time ago
- a shot in the arm
- a show of hands
- a side of beef
- a sight better/worse
Definition something that brings back energy or confidence A win would provide a much-needed shot in the arm for the team. Additional synonymsThe encouragement of trade will benefit the process of economic reform. Synonyms promotion, backing, support, boost, endorsement, stimulation, advocacy, furtheranceDefinition something that adds stimulation or enjoyment The news gave a tremendous fillip to businesses. Synonyms boost, push, spur, spice, incentive, stimulus, prod, zest, goadDefinition an incentive or impulse She needed a new impetus for her talent. Synonyms incentive, push, spur, motivation, impulse, stimulus, catalyst, goad, impulsion Nearby words ofa shot in the arm - a number of
- a priori
- a recipe for something
- a shot in the arm
- a shot in the dark
- a shoulder to cry on
- a slap in the face
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