refresher

noun

Definition of refreshernext
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 Coke is also investing in developing new beverages beyond its core soda offerings, including refreshers and dirty sodas. — Jacob Pramuk, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026 As a refresher on who the candidates are… — Fiona Ma, 60, is California’s state treasurer. — Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2026 For those who need a refresher on the late princess’s upbringing, Diana Spencer was born in 1961 to John Spencer, 8th Earl Spencer, and Frances Roche. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 22 Sep. 2026 Try a fabric refresher or dry wash spray on lightly worn items. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for refresher
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refresher
  1. training
  2. review
  3. practice
  4. drill
  5. exercise
  6. lesson
  7. workout
  8. routine
Noun
  • Fitness classes, personal training sessions, and spa treatments can be booked with the hotel concierge team.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Unlike model training, which involves developing and refining models, inference runs those models to generate responses and perform tasks.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of training
Noun
  • Nvidia indicated that the committee will share its findings once the review concludes.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2026
  • Artemi Panarin appeared to score a tying rebound goal for Los Angeles late in the second period, but it was disallowed after video review determined the Kings' zone entry had been barely offside.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of review
Noun
  • The ship follows French environmental protocols, which are extensive, but the remote islands have always engaged in sustainable practices.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Nov. 2026
  • Several investigations have uncovered examples of this practice across different industries.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of practice
Noun
  • Just when the momentum appeared to have shifted completely, the Yellow jackets answered with a two-minute drill worthy of the playoff stage.
    — Ryan Hunt, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Nov. 2026
  • For Payam, the rote flash card drills often prescribed for nonverbal autistic children were a repetitive torture.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of drill
Noun
  • Because people are born with those high levels, diet and exercise have no effect.
    — Erika Edwards, NBC news, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Half the group took part in an eight-week lifestyle education course on diet, exercise and stress.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of exercise
Noun
  • Michael Grasso, of nearby Clarendon Hills, wanted to teach them a lesson, starting with being safe around trains and tracks.
    — Marni Pyke, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The school also offers stand-up paddle and regular surfing lesson as well.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of lesson
Noun
  • Why morning is the best time to practice A morning session offers a different kind of lift than a standard workout, and a different one than coffee.
    — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Murphy survived a heart attack in August 2020 that happened on the day of a Milwaukee workout.
    — Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of workout
Noun
  • Try changing that detail before committing to an ambitious new routine.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The studio focuses on recovery and helping clients incorporate alternative wellness treatments into their routines.
    — Evan Moore November 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of routine

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