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Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms

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Bronx cheer

[Bronx cheer] {n. phr.}, {slang} A loud sound made with tongue and lips to show opposition or scorn. * /When he began to show anti-union feelings, he was greeted with […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

cheer up

[cheer up] {v.} 1. To feel happy; stop being sad or discouraged; become hopeful, joyous, or glad. * /Jones was sad at losing the business, but he cheered up at […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

cheer on

[cheer on] {v. phr.} To vociferously encourage a person or a team during a sports event. * /The spectators at the stadium cheered on their home team./ A Dictionary of American Idioms

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(1866-1939) U.S. journalist Cheer up! The worst is yet to come! www.english-slang.com

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