get-up-and-go

Definitions of get-up-and-go
  1. noun
    enterprising or ambitious drive
    synonyms: energy, push
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    types:
    second wind
    renewed energy or strength to continue an undertaking
    type of:
    drive
    the trait of being highly motivated
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