chirk up

idiom

Meaning

To make more cheerful; to cause to perk up.

Examples

SIMPLE

You should chirk up because the weekend is finally here.

CONTEXTUAL

The team tried to chirk up their colleague after she received the disappointing news about her project.

COMPLEX

Despite the persistent gloom of the winter months, the arrival of spring helped the villagers chirk up and prepare for the planting season.

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Last updated April 17, 2026