Pep-talk definition

(informal) A talk, as to an athletic team by its coach, designed to instill enthusiasm, determination, etc.
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A speech of exhortation, as to a team or staff, meant to instill enthusiasm or bolster morale.
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(colloquial) A rallying speech made to instill enthusiasm and boost confidence.

It's your turn to give a pep talk to the dispirited miners.

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Noun

Singular:
pep-talk
Plural:
pep-talks

Pep-talk Sentence Examples

  • Entertained by her pep talk with the flowers, Deidre reached her towering apartment building a short time later and paused to collect the mail.

  • Gabe turned towards Rhyn, in sore need of a pep talk as only his best friend could provide.

  • Is this supposed to be a pep talk?

  • Give yourself a little pep talk before you head through the door of the used car dealership.

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