Meaning of pump someone's tires | Babel Free
Examples
“"I'm sure (Toronto coach) Greg Gilbert is going to pump their tires with the fact they've beat⟳ us six times."”
“Now, with Suisham enjoying a career season, those in his hometown are pumping his tires.”
“Jonathan Toews . . . has allowed himself to come⟳ unglued emotionally during Game 4 of the Detroit series, and to fall⟳ back on the sweet sounds of teammates and coaches pumping his tires for his many wonderful qualities.”
“His coach is pumping his tires for conference MVP and Matt Fuller is doing his best to oblige.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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