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pep talk
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pep talk
(noun)
pep talk
noun
plural
pep talks
pep talk
noun
plural
pep talks
Britannica Dictionary definition of PEP TALK
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informal
:
a short speech that is given to encourage someone to work harder, to feel more confident and enthusiastic, etc.
The coach gave the team a
pep talk
before the game.
She needs a
pep talk
.
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