Thesaurus results for REFRESHER

refresher

noun

Definition of refresher

as in training

chiefly US something that helps you to remember something you have forgotten; a reminder about something

—usually singular

—usually + on Before we play, I need a refresher on the rules. Some people need a refresher on how to be polite.

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Recent Examples of refresher That includes new beverages like protein drinks, refreshers, seasonal favorites like pumpkin spice drinks for fall, along with other products and experiences that are better resonating with customers today. — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026 Holopirek has added fruity energy drinks and refreshers to the menu. — Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2026 Starbucks, Dunkin’ and Sonic continue expanding their specialty drink and refresher lines too. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2026 That training doesn’t stop after onboarding, either — employees have to come back for refreshers every year. — Laurie Mermet, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for refresher

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Noun

Keep Your Brain Learning Your brain benefits from being challenged, but that doesn’t necessarily mean downloading a brain-training app.

— Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 16 Sep. 2026
Captain Aleksander Barkov missed the entire campaign after sustaining a major right knee injury a half hour into his first training camp session.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of training

Noun

The play clock, game clock and coach-to-player communication were re-established along with the scoreboard and replay review.

— David Ubben, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) reviews compliance annually and can adjust the site’s benefits if the commitment isn’t met.

— Petala Ironcloud, ArsTechnica, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of review

Noun

Jukes is a year younger than McQuillen, but during club season at 1st Alliance, the two compete against each other during practice.

— Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Ars Video The three researchers from Hacktron AI, a small security company, were paid $6,500 by OpenAI as part of a bug bounty program, a common practice where tech companies pay ethical hackers to test their security.

— Cristina Criddle, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of practice

Noun

Now a new Cherry Orchard, the work of another Australian auteur, Simon Stone, has put down roots in the cavernous drill hall of the Park Avenue Armory, and the angry young tutor goes even further.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Adomitis was the only one seen doing long snapping during a media viewing period of Friday drills.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of drill

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Abraham put his life on the line to give God a lesson in ethics.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
Because multiple projects share identical engineering, licensing methods, and supply chains, teams can apply practical lessons directly from one build to the next.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of lesson

Noun

As fate would have it, pitcher JR Ritchie, shown throwing during spring training workouts in February, will take the mound on a day the Braves can clinch a postseason berth.

— Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 16 Sep. 2026
Ahead of the workout, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said cornerback Mansoor Delane would practice in some capacity.

— Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of workout

Noun

Suddenly, the breezy slips, casual flip-flops, and lightweight separates of summer no longer fit into fall’s busy daily routine.

— Minty Mellon, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026
At immigration check-ins, new routines unfold Samba Diallo rode in the passenger seat, a red folder containing his immigration paperwork on his lap.

— Claire Galofaro, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

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