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
The menu includes shakes, like a Strawberry Shortcake Krunch, as well as boba refreshers and iced coffees.
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ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Among the refreshers are Strawberry Watermelon Refresher, Mango Pineapple Refresher and Blackberry Passion Fruit Refresher.
—Stacy Lambe, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
This refresher blends mango with pineapple flavors, along with a lemonade base, as well as strawberry popping boba.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Catching up on Round 1 Need a refresher on what happened on Thursday?
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Among the refreshers are Strawberry Watermelon Refresher, Mango Pineapple Refresher and Blackberry Passion Fruit Refresher.
—Stacy Lambe, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
This refresher blends mango with pineapple flavors, along with a lemonade base, as well as strawberry popping boba.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Catching up on Round 1 Need a refresher on what happened on Thursday?
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refresher
Noun
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The Browns are expected to hold a quarterback competition in training camp among Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Dillon Gabriel, with rookie Taylen Green selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Advocates argue retained physical advantages still created disparities female athletes could not overcome through training alone.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Managers at various locations have already lifted prohibitions on hunting stands that damage trees and training hunting dogs, using vehicles to retrieve animals and hunting along trails, according to an NPCA review of site regulations the organization recently performed after learning of the order.—
Todd Richmond,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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The facility’s food handler cards were not available for review.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 8,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
Noun
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After the high ankle sprain and torn ligaments, she was cleared to return to practice in three months.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2026
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In the first two years under Canales, the Panthers have only had two QBs on the active roster and have kept an additional one on the practice squad — the team opting to use the additional game day slot for an extra lineman, or defender, or someone who can contribute on special teams.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
Noun
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His ability to bend low to the ground was on display during the hoop drill.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 May 2026
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While the Panthers can line up in 11-on-11 drills, there’s very little force being used throughout drills.—
Mike Kaye
May 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Though the longest hitters in the game are finding ways to pick up more speed every year — either through equipment changes or exercise regimens geared toward explosiveness — those same players are trending in the opposite direction in accuracy.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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An exercise log can help with consistency.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
Noun
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Just a wonderful man that teaches you lessons, teaches you camaraderie, unity, doing things as a unit, that no one’s different.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
10 May 2026
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Just a wonderful man that teaches you lessons, teaches you camaraderie, unity, doing things as a unit, no one’s different.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
Noun
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The fitness center had glass walls facing the gym (perhaps to add a bit of workout motivation before donning a swimsuit).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Her morning routine also includes drinking water, making her bed, having a cup of black coffee and fitting in the aforementioned workout, whether that be the treadmill, yoga or a quick swim in her apartment’s swimming pool.—
Cristina Velocci,
Flow Space,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Move the desk, change the routine, state the preference.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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These creators made that knowledge far more accessible, producing educational content on everything from building a washday routine and transitioning from relaxers to mastering styles like twist-outs.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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