brushup

noun

Definition of brushupnext
as in refresher

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  1. refresher
  2. training
  3. practice
  4. review
  5. drill
  6. exercise
  7. workout
  8. routine
Noun
  • First and foremost, the morning refresher on the field and the morning line.
    — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • In addition to coffee, the company serves refreshers, lemonade, iced tea, smoothies, shakes, hot cocoa and sparkling soda.
    — Saleen Martin, USA Today, 31 July 2026
Definition of refresher
Noun
  • So recruiting, hiring, training, and mentoring dozens, hundreds, or thousands of new analysts is a cost of doing business.
    — Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Bob Chesney’s goal for the early part of the UCLA football team’s fall training camp is simple.
    — Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of training
Noun
  • His smiley story of slapping a $5 bill on Jalen Carter’s chest after the defensive tackle’s contract extension contributes to a preseason energy that feels a lot like when Hurts and Nick Sirianni rode out of practice together on a golf cart in 2024.
    — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • There were certain days during camp — Family Day and the team's Friday Night Lights practice at nearby Greater Latrobe High School — when Heyward knew the intensity level would spike.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of practice
Noun
  • Creators who attended OpenAI’s first-ever influencer brand trip at a luxury resort in upstate New York posted glowing reviews of their private cabins, nature excursions and farm-to-table meals.
    — Angela Yang, NBC news, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The software also tracks verbal commitments in a log called the Promise Ledger, so that staff can be held accountable during performance reviews.
    — Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of review
Noun
  • Thomas took a carry up the middle during the 11-on-11 period and Knight drilled hand offs during individual position drills.
    — Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Additionally, cornerback Keisean Nixon struggled notably in one-on-one drills, giving up multiple scores and dropping an interception, raising questions about his role as the team's top corner.
    — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of drill
Noun
  • If several hours of television or scrolling through social media are taking the place of exercise, in-person social interactions, reading or other mentally stimulating activities, that’s not ideal for brain health.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Rivera showed strong power and artistry in her exercise, but struggled with endurance on her final tumbling pass.
    — Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of exercise
Noun
  • Throw it on over your activewear after a workout or style the white version with your favorite Bermuda shorts and jelly sandals ahead of a family barbecue.
    — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Students who spend all day moving between lectures, study sessions, and workouts will appreciate just how long these headphones last.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of workout
Noun
  • As the school year started and drivers tiptoed into new routines or back into old ones a couple of theoretical bear traps snapped down this past Tuesday in Cobb County.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Choose from energizing citrus, cooling eucalyptus and peppermint, calming lavender or a variety pack with five different scents – an easy way to add a little luxury to your daily routine.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of routine
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“Brushup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brushup. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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