pep talk
noun
: a usually brief, intense, and emotional talk designed to influence or encourage an audience
Examples of pep talk in a Sentence
The coach gave the team a pep talk before the game.
She needs a pep talk.
Recent Examples on the Web
From the self-encouraging pep talks to finding the courage needed to ramp up to the first kiss, this series continues to highlight endearing moments of vulnerability and doesn’t shy away from the challenging moments of trying to find a soulmate.
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Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 16 Aug. 2025
As the episode ends, Pike gives Kirk a pep talk after Kirk reveals he’s shaken at the thought of taking so many human lives.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2025
For more guidance on giving pep talks, listen to this episode of NPR's Life Kit.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 14 Aug. 2025
Before Hemsworth can proceed, Miller gives him a pep talk.
—EW.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 16 Aug. 2025
As the episode ends, Pike gives Kirk a pep talk after Kirk reveals he’s shaken at the thought of taking so many human lives.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2025
For more guidance on giving pep talks, listen to this episode of NPR's Life Kit.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 14 Aug. 2025
Before Hemsworth can proceed, Miller gives him a pep talk.
—EW.com, 5 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pep talk
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“Pep talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pep%20talk. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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