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
Like many fast-food restaurants, KFC is also expanding its range of drink options to include boba refreshers, sparkling lemonades and iced coffees under a new sub-brand called Kwench by KFC.
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Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 15 June 2026
Beer cocktails elevate backyard brews to refreshers special enough for a get-together.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
Trendy sips include refreshers, cold coffees and dirty sodas.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 10 June 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
Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 15 June 2026
Beer cocktails elevate backyard brews to refreshers special enough for a get-together.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
Trendy sips include refreshers, cold coffees and dirty sodas.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 10 June 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshers
Noun
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Days began with morning yoga and consisted of one-on-one therapy sessions, emotionally exhausting group exercises, and experiential lessons like art therapy and roleplaying.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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Practices such as breathing exercises, mindfulness and time in nature are frequently discussed in conversations about nervous system regulation.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Noun
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Public health officials have been preparing for months, said Philadelphia’s Raval-Nelson, including with mock emergency drills and communications with counterparts around the country.—
Lauran Neergaard,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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For a professional athlete, this might mean setting their phone on the sidelines to capture a specific set of drills or finishes.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 June 2026
Noun
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Today, Mina said, OPD and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office conduct active shooter trainings annually, far more frequently than prior to Pulse.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 June 2026
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To prepare for the potential need, members of the firing squad will conduct at least quarterly trainings and execution rehearsals with IDOC rifles, the document details.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Over the years, several Parsi women in India have mounted legal challenges to such practices.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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The subscription service focuses on personalizable wellness practices for the mind and body that can easily fit into users’ day-to-day lives.—
Janey Wetzel,
PEOPLE,
21 June 2026
Noun
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Atlanta opens its mandatory minicamp Tuesday, and though Pearce did not attend any of the team’s voluntary OTA workouts, he is expected to be in attendance and participate this week.—
Josh Kendall,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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As Photay, Shornstein—a master synthesist and producer—flits between atmospheric house, dubby breakbeat workouts, and chirping electro funk, building his songs’ arrangements into strange, angular shapes.—
Dash Lewis,
Pitchfork,
16 June 2026
Noun
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Some of our favorite lessons include The Resilient Mind and How to Speak with Confidence and Charisma.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 June 2026
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Divergent designed the system over a 28-month period using lessons learned from more than a decade of additive manufacturing operations.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
Noun
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This unique light changes daily routines, offering 24-hour wildlife viewing opportunities as animals are highly active.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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There are also tutorials for achieving game-day hair and makeup plus fitness routines.—
Emily Krauser,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
Noun
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The show's first season, centered around retirement community residents who band together to discover a dark truth of their community following the sighting of a monstrous creature, was met with positive reviews and has been among the streamer's weekly Top 10 since its premiere.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Sign up to The Selection newsletter for hands-on product reviews, expert shopping tips and a look at the best deals and sales each week.—
David Hickey,
NBC news,
18 June 2026
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“Refreshers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshers. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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