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briefings

noun

plural of briefing
as in instructions

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  1. instructions
  2. observations
  3. speeches
  4. lessons
Noun
  • But jury nullification gives them the power to disregard those instructions.
    — Monu Bedi, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • When disinfecting surfaces, let the cleanser sit for the time specified in the product’s instructions.
    — Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of instructions
Noun
  • The first limitation is that from my observations, AI fluency is easy to fake and hard to verify.
    — Stephen Snyder, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The recent observations of MACS J0417 are just the latest chapter in Hubble's remarkable journey.
    — Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of observations
Noun
  • The speeches delivered from the General Assembly podium often attract attention for the behavior of the audience as much as the speakers themselves.
    — Max Saltman, CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The weekend kicked off with a rehearsal dinner filled with speeches and classic Bahamian dishes served family style.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of speeches
Noun
  • Flowkey Classic combines interactive lessons, real-time feedback, and a library of thousands of songs to make practice feel more engaging.
    — StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Stories are always written about lessons learned by students in the classroom and on the field, but what do coaches, most of them teachers, learn from their students?
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of lessons
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“Briefings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/briefings. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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