In the meantime, he has given the Socialists a much-needed shot in the arm which might just save them from the total disaster they were expecting next month.

Working with Jam and Lewis gave Tabu a much-needed shot in the arm.

That could make Europe more competitive and give it a much-needed shot of self-confidence.

On one level, success with critics and audiences is just plain sweet, executives at small companies say, giving them a much-needed shot in the arm.

Secondly, the Spanish economy was to receive a much-needed shot in the arm (in the first instance, some 200 million dollars-worth of military and technological assistance).

But supporters say the development is a much-needed shot in the arm.

"Basically, Dell and Compaq will pick up most of the business and it will give the industry a much-needed shot in the arm."

"By February, when the certificates are expected to be granted, we small retailers will get another much-needed shot in the arm."

The capture of Saddam Hussein was a much-needed shot in the arm for American intelligence services.

The movie is given a much-needed shot of warmth from Sigourney Weaver, who is able to bring a quiet resolve and respect to her character.