idiom
give someone a shot in the arm
GIV SUM-wun uh SHOT in thuh ARM
ɡɪv ˈsʌmwʌn ə ʃɒt ɪn ðə ɑːrmListen
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Syllable breakdown
givesomeoneashotinthearm
Dictionary meaning
To provide a boost or encouragement to something or someone.
Examples
- The new investment was a shot in the arm for the struggling economy.
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