shot in the arm
The idiom "shot in the arm" is often used metaphorically to describe something that provides a sudden and significant boost or improvement, akin to how a medical injection can quickly revitalize a person.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)A sudden and welcome boost to one's energy, morale, or motivation.
Example
- The unexpected bonus was a real shot in the arm for the team.
C1Economics
(technical)A significant and quick improvement to a financial situation or economic condition.
Example
- The new policy acted as a shot in the arm for the struggling economy.
Similar
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