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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The two were reported missing May 2 after participating in African Lion, annual multinational military exercises held in Morocco.—
Akram Oubachir,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Kazakhstan is also set to host joint CSTO military exercises later this year.—
Mark Temnycky,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
Noun
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But Edwards has continued to rehab and push, and participated in shooting drills after practices over the weekend.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
4 May 2026
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Last week, Doncic began increasing movement outside of doing stationary drills during the early part of his recovery process, Redick said on April 26.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
Noun
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More than a quarter of school employees skip annual cybersecurity trainings, according to the comptroller’s office — and if a breach does occur, local education officials may fail to report the incident or notify families in a timely manner.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
4 May 2026
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The Americans exported violence in the form of counterterrorism and police trainings to as many as eighty-five countries, from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia to Niger to the Philippines, as well as blueprints for dubious legal frameworks to justify their actions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In team periods Saturday, Joly motioned around the slot and outside, similar to how Engram lined up throughout practices last year.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
10 May 2026
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Consumers seeking greener options should look for third-party certifications from organizations like the Forest Stewardship Council, which verify sustainable forestry and manufacturing practices.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 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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Others kick things up by arranging private beach bonfires in the evening, catamaran outings by day, surf lessons with Engstrom Surf, and even customized tarot card readings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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Drop in the fact that Japan’s navy had learned some very hard lessons from the Russo-Japanese War on the potency of dreadnoughts, and things start to fall into place (at least conceptually).—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
Noun
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The Moon in Aquarius moves through your 6th House and trines Venus in Gemini, making routines and helpful exchanges flow smoothly.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Surgeons said patients are increasingly prioritizing results that do not interfere with their day-to-day routines.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
Noun
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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.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
7 May 2026
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Some reviews of individual projects have now gone over six months, according to a letter ACP wrote to the Pentagon asking about the delays, which was shared with CNN.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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“Refreshers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshers. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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