as in exercises
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 refreshers
Over their lifetime, soda consumption has dropped dramatically from its peak in 1998, reusable water bottles have become a staple accessory, and a plethora of new drinks like refreshers and dirty soda have gone mainstream.
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Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 24 May 2026
The buckets can be filled with iced coffee or refreshers and are fully customizable — customers can choose their preferred flavors and sweetness.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 20 May 2026
The menu includes shakes, like a Strawberry Shortcake Krunch, as well as boba refreshers and iced coffees.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Confused about what refreshers are?
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
The menu includes shakes, like a Strawberry Shortcake Krunch, as well as boba refreshers and iced coffees.
—ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
And while Edwards has seen every coverage and approach a team can toss his direction, refreshers are required for maximum output.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026
Marlowe and Shakespeare were just refreshers for me and also gave me a chance to act out monologues for my cellmates, much to their delight and confusion.
—Jeremy O. Harris, Vanity Fair, 1 Apr. 2026
Laid-back mountain towns make for quick resupply, and dips in the cold, clear waters of Lake Tahoe are instant refreshers.
—Madison Chapman, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 24 May 2026
The buckets can be filled with iced coffee or refreshers and are fully customizable — customers can choose their preferred flavors and sweetness.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 20 May 2026
The menu includes shakes, like a Strawberry Shortcake Krunch, as well as boba refreshers and iced coffees.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Confused about what refreshers are?
—Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
The menu includes shakes, like a Strawberry Shortcake Krunch, as well as boba refreshers and iced coffees.
—ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
And while Edwards has seen every coverage and approach a team can toss his direction, refreshers are required for maximum output.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026
Marlowe and Shakespeare were just refreshers for me and also gave me a chance to act out monologues for my cellmates, much to their delight and confusion.
—Jeremy O. Harris, Vanity Fair, 1 Apr. 2026
Laid-back mountain towns make for quick resupply, and dips in the cold, clear waters of Lake Tahoe are instant refreshers.
—Madison Chapman, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshers
Noun
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The exercises build on the science of self-awareness that Tasha Eurich reveals about strengthening both internal and external self-awareness.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Mind-body practices such as meditation, deep breathing and relaxation exercises can also be helpful in calming the nervous system.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
Noun
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They'll also be put through more repetitive drills, like the surprisingly difficult art of grasping objects like humans can.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 May 2026
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To her drills, to the process, to her routine, all of it.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
Noun
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The Gulf of Maine Research Institute, a Portland nonprofit whose work includes a project to help more schools across New England serve local seafood, is one organization that holds trainings for food service staff.—
Joe Hernandez,
NPR,
23 May 2026
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The Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium trainings cover the region from Key Largo south, while the Southeast Florida Action Network (SEAFAN) operates north of Key Largo.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Encord practices, records and sells data about movement to the companies racing to bring humanoids to homes, offices and factories.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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During his tenure on the state’s highest court, Lewis saw it as his duty to reform legal practices and barriers that prevented people with special needs from accessing services and protections that other Floridians took for granted.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2026
Noun
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The Packers’ voluntary workouts ended last week.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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In preparation for the race, Nagaldinne spent months incorporating stairmaster workouts into his training routine to simulate the nonstop climbing.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
25 May 2026
Noun
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Fittingly, lessons from a northern voice can help provide a path towards understanding.—
Sophia Rey,
JSTOR Daily,
28 May 2026
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Biology lessons were a shock to Matthew.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Stepping away from our usual routines in a different setting, far from our commitments and deadlines, can give us a sense of calm, detachment, and tranquility.—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
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For many people, improving metabolic health does not require expensive wellness products or complicated routines.—
Ezekiel J. Emanuel,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
Noun
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From boardrooms to strategy sessions, from quarterly reviews to company-wide communications, being right has long been the gold standard of leadership credibility.—
Mary Hemphill,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The vibe is lively during soccer matches, according to Yelp reviews.—
Fielding Buck,
Daily News,
28 May 2026
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“Refreshers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshers. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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