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Pump-Prime

Verb

1. To stimulate or fuel economic activity, particularly through government expenditure or monetary policies. This term is often used to describe actions taken to revive or boost a sluggish or stagnant economy.

"The government is planning to pump-prime the economy by investing in infrastructure projects."

Adjective

1. Describing a process or action that is intended to kick-start or initiate a positive response or outcome.

"The pump-priming efforts of the company's marketing team resulted in a significant increase in sales."

2. Referring to a person or thing that is highly fashionable or trendy within a specific locality or group.

"That vintage jacket she's wearing is so pump-prime right now."