shot in the arm vs vulnerary

shot in the arm

noun
  • An injection of a drug into the arm, whether for medical or recreational purposes. 

  • A stimulus; a boost in energy, morale, or well-being. 

vulnerary

noun
  • A healing drug or other agent used in healing and treating wounds. 

adj
  • Useful or used for healing wounds; healing, curative. 

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