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
In addition to Yemeni-style coffee and tea, the coffee shop has Turkish coffee and fruit refreshers.
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Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 3 Mar. 2025
But a constitutional crisis can offer an opportunity for a civics refresher, and Mr. Murphy appears to be breaking through.
—Annie Karni, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2025
So there’s no time like the present for a refresher on getting allergy relief.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 2 Apr. 2025
The starry revival currently at the Palace Theatre offers a refresher — though not necessarily deep feelings of purpose or clarity.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
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Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 3 Mar. 2025
But a constitutional crisis can offer an opportunity for a civics refresher, and Mr. Murphy appears to be breaking through.
—Annie Karni, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2025
So there’s no time like the present for a refresher on getting allergy relief.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 2 Apr. 2025
The starry revival currently at the Palace Theatre offers a refresher — though not necessarily deep feelings of purpose or clarity.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for refresher
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refresher
Noun
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To meet the growing demand for nurses, Pennsylvania hospitals are partnering with colleges and universities to expand clinical training capacity, streamline pathways into nursing and develop innovative education models such as hybrid and accelerated programs.—
Kymberlee Montgomery,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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On April 4, the Supreme Court voted 5-4 to allow the Trump administration to halt millions of dollars in teacher training grants.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Watch The Real Housewives of Atlanta on Sundays on Bravo, and catch up with our reviews each week here.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
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To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.—
Allure,
Allure,
14 Apr. 2025
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While some partake in more traditional practices like prayer or mass on Easter Sunday, others enjoy a more secular interpretation with baskets, egg decorating, egg hunting, and of course, the Easter Bunny.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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The practice allowed the meditators to view their devotion as closely tied to Magdalene.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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China's latest round of military drills around Taiwan has once again drawn attention to one of the most consequential unknowns in global security: if Beijing invades, would U.S. President Donald Trump try to stop it?—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Yet, only 33% of companies conduct monthly incident response drills or simulations.—
Kevin Pierce,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The older activists provided a bit of tactical advice about dealing with a more powerful opponent—a lesson that Sheinbaum seems to have retained.—
Stephania Taladrid,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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Republicans will either learn that lesson now or at the ballot box.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Strengthening: Add exercises to your regular workout routine that strengthen your hip adductors, pelvic muscles, and lower abdomen.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
22 Apr. 2025
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In order to file a free exercise claim, however, plaintiffs have to prove that there is a real measure of coercion that attempts to steer kids into adopting a certain belief.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In addition to spending long hours at work, Guo is religious about her daily workouts at gym chain Barry’s Bootcamp.—
Kerry A. Dolan,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The couple, who have been married for three years, are making the most of 29-year-old Patrick’s NFL offseason with fishing trips and family workouts.—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Some of those lifestyle changes involved optimizing her sleep, ensuring healthy indoor air, incorporating meditation to reduce stress and starting an exercise routine.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Overall, this low-profile keyboard elevates your routine with practical features that make each keystroke both satisfying and efficient.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Refresher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refresher. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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