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
When is McDonald's releasing refreshers, dirty sodas?
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Melina Khan, USA Today, 28 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
Traditional coffee, loose-leaf tea and refreshers are also on the menu alongside a few pastries.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026
Dunkin’ has officially launched new Banana Syrup and Banana Cold Foam to flavor espresso, cloud latte, iced coffee, matcha, refreshers, or almost any other drink in unique ways.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
Melina Khan, USA Today, 28 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
Traditional coffee, loose-leaf tea and refreshers are also on the menu alongside a few pastries.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026
Dunkin’ has officially launched new Banana Syrup and Banana Cold Foam to flavor espresso, cloud latte, iced coffee, matcha, refreshers, or almost any other drink in unique ways.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshers
Noun
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Chair Yoga is a type of yoga that is modified to allow participants to perform all exercises seated.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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The 3-by-5 strength training protocol involves choosing 3–5 exercises, doing 3–5 sets of 3–5 reps, and resting for 3–5 minutes in between.—
Jenessa Connor,
Health,
1 May 2026
Noun
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On Thursday, the morning before the Lakers flew to Houston, the Slovenian star was participating in stationary shooting drills after practice at their El Segundo practice facility.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
27 Apr. 2026
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Officials say more neighborhood drills are likely, but anyone can practice on their own with the help of a stopwatch and a little planning.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The hospital also serves as an educational institution for nearly 200 mental health professionals each year with internships, trainings, and other career opportunities, according to the state's website.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Other firms are using AI clones of senior corporate leaders for onboarding videos or sales trainings.—
Taylor Lorenz,
Vanity Fair,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Wanda Enos Bachelor is on the board of the Indigenous Futures Society, which advocates for Indigenous ecological practices that were erased during the gold rush.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Tung also offered advice for consumers seeking to avoid unknowingly supporting such practices.—
Jay Ganglani,
NBC news,
3 May 2026
Noun
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Magic guard Desmond Bane saw Cain’s potential as early as over the summer during voluntary workouts before the team even reported for training camp.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
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The classes will include outdoors runs, strength, cardio, yoga and meditation but will not include workouts on the Peloton bike.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That preparation included lessons in calligraphy, horseback riding, piano and Regency dancing.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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There are lessons to be learned from the more niche running brands that are increasingly showing up at the smaller (but equally crowded) marathon weekends.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Uranus in your 6th House of Work can disrupt plans or routines without much warning.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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The result is closer to a private members club that happens to be a place to stay—a refreshing alternative for the frequent Paris traveler eager to remove themself from the tourist crush and keep up their own work and fitness routines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
Noun
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That process involves regulatory filings, environmental reviews, interconnection studies, supply-chain constraints, and public scrutiny, all of which add time.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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Want to stay up to date on IndieWire’s film reviews and critical thoughts?—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Refreshers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshers. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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