cheat sheet
noun
1
: a sheet containing information (such as test answers) used secretly for cheating
2
: a written or graphic aid (such as a sheet of notes) that can be referred to for help in understanding or remembering something complex
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Britina Cheng, Vulture, 2 Apr. 2025
Here are your cheat sheets for winning the office pool.
—Analis Bailey, Axios, 20 Mar. 2025
For casuals looking to show some spirit, here's a cheat sheet to get ready for the season's first home game.
—Joe Guillen, Axios, 1 Apr. 2025
See photos Everett Cook 3 hours ago - Sports
A 3-minute cheat sheet for your 2025 women's March Madness bracket
March Madness is officially here and, with it, the time to get irrationally frustrated at your bracket.
—Tyler Buchanan, Axios, 16 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cheat sheet
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“Cheat sheet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheat%20sheet. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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