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Herein, what does it mean to buck up?
(idiomatic, intransitive) To become encouraged, reinvigorated, or cheerful; to summon one's courage or spirits; to pluck up courage. (idiomatic, transitive) To encourage or refresh; to hearten. I knew I had to try and buck up the rest of my team as well.
Herein, what does it mean if someone calls you Buttercup?
“Buttercup” is an old-fashioned endearment. A hundred years ago, this would have been a compliment, like “sweetheart” or “dear”. Nowadays, it's probably equivalent to being called cute. Usually that's a nice thing or at least well-intended, but it's also possible that he's being patronizing.
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