| Idiom | a shot in the arm |
|---|---|
| Definition | a boost, encouragement, help |
| Examples | - It was a real shot in the arm to know that my friend could lend me some money if I got into difficulties. - Does anyone know how to do this? I could use a shot in the arm! |
| Note | A shot is an injection that is given to protect you from disease or to cure you of it. |
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