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 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 Use a between-wear refresher or dry wash spray on lightly worn garments that are not actually dirty. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 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
  • The latest test confirms that the Generalissimo Suvorov continues to participate in Russia’s combat training program.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The measures include encouraging adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance working definition of antisemitism, specialized training for educators, strengthened reporting procedures and independent oversight.
    — Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of training
Noun
  • The meeting concluded with a general consensus among School Board members and City Council representatives to move forward with feasibility studies, cost breakdowns and formal design reviews before drafting a binding interlocal agreement.
    — Randy Moll, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Both policies have limitations, and residency requirements and emergency coverage deserve careful review.
    — Lance B. Fulford, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of review
Noun
  • Evans missed all of this week’s practice with a triceps injury.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Rounding out the composition is a selection of vintage rattan pieces and sculptural creations by Pretziada, a creative design practice based in Sardinia, and its artisans.
    — Francesca Longoni, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of practice
Noun
  • Brents was back to limited participation in drills, seen in a red, no-contact jersey during Thursday’s session.
    — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Redick had the team do three different box-out drills during a training camp after the Lakers were outrebounded by 21 during the first four preseason games.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of drill
Noun
  • The Society for Integrative Oncology’s guidelines for Complementary Therapies and Botanicals, of which Cohen is himself a co-author, cover mainstream supportive care such as exercise, medical massage, biofeedback, and yoga.
    — Torie Bosch, STAT, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Known as the Special Intensive Revision, the exercise has, according to the protestors, resulted in more than 130 million voters being removed from electoral lists.
    — Asim Ali, Time, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of exercise
Noun
  • An agent acts, the work gets scored, the lesson gets written down, and the next run is better.
    — Stephen Messer, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Deschaine sees the lessons in her class in the conversation at the dinner table.
    — Stephan Bisaha, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of lesson
Noun
  • There's a small spa, in-room yoga mats, access to nearby Bodytech gym, and beach workouts can be arranged.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Morning or afternoon workouts can help advance circadian rhythms, while evening exercise may delay them.
    — Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of workout
Noun
  • But acts like this work best when there’s a discernable back-and-forth—think Starlito’s deadpan baritone next to Don Trip’s sandpaper yawp, or Method Man’s sultry bruiser clearing the way for Redman’s scrappy smart-ass routine.
    — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The National Alliance on Mental Illness guide to holiday mental health recommends acknowledging difficult emotions, keeping steady routines and staying connected to others.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of routine

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