refresher

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 For anyone who needs a little refresher, Cinco de Mayo isn't Mexican Independence Day – that fiesta happens in September. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 Luckin Coffee's menu features various hot coffees, cold brews and matcha drinks, as well as its fruity Americano refreshers. Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 2 July 2025 But the deliciousness doesn't stop there: strawberry puree and vanilla sweet cream cold foam sit on top of the refresher base, creating layers of bright red, white, and blue. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2025 As a refresher, too much exposure to the sun's rays can result in long-lasting damage, leading to concerns like sun spots, skin sagging, fine lines and wrinkles, and so on. Sarah Han, Allure, 11 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for refresher
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Noun
  • Editor’s note: This is the seventh story in a 10-part series looking at the most intriguing New England Patriots players ahead of training camp.
    Chad Graff, New York Times, 7 July 2025
  • Green Bay’s first training camp practice is July 23.
    Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Noun
  • The review came amid mounting calls from Trump's Make America Great Again base for full transparency, and the administration framed it as a decisive move to end public distrust surrounding the high-profile case.
    Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
  • Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 7 July 2025
Noun
  • Good conservation practice demands a harmonious union of science and artistry.
    Sonya Rehman, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
  • Although the law doesn’t mandate removal, legal experts say the practice has increasingly undermined state-level cases.
    Raphael Romero Ruiz, AZCentral.com, 12 July 2025
Noun
  • The drill—which involved aircraft from the U.S., Japan and South Korea—showed collective ability to respond immediately to regional security challenges, according to the U.S. military.
    Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
  • Her programme consisted of single-leg stability exercises, jumps and landings, as well as reactive drills to prepare her for the next big step — running.
    Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Noun
  • After attending an initial 90-minute lesson, the instructor sent the class on our way to finish our scarves.
    Jann E. Freed, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
  • Adams said his experience with the jetport taught him lessons.
    Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2025
Noun
  • And so billionaire philanthropy is an exercise of power and deserves skepticism rather than gratitude.
    Alex Morris, Rolling Stone, 14 July 2025
  • In addition to Spanx clothing, celebrities like Garner and Kylie Jenner are fans of its bras, and this one is under $50 and wearable for exercise.
    Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 13 July 2025
Noun
  • Miller recovered shortly before the draft, hosting a workout for scouts.
    Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 11 July 2025
  • Ideal for an energy boost after a workout or a mid-morning pick-me-up.
    Simon Hill, Wired News, 11 July 2025
Noun
  • The goal is that participants learn a 30-second routine but the class uses several moves similar to those used in other dance fitness classes, like Zumba, the couple said.
    Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
  • Don't Buy Expensive Tween Skincare Not only will your money be wasted trying to perfect a skincare routine for tweens, but a study in Pediatrics found that elaborate skincare products can be harmful to young skin and may even spark chronic conditions like allergic dermatitis.
    Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 7 July 2025

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