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
While 2025 may not be its heyday, the humble four-door non-SUV—known as the sedan, for those who need a refresher—is thankfully still present on America’s new car lots.
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Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
The cooling effect lasts for three hours before the beads need a 15-minute refresher.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 4 July 2025
Serious gamers may prefer a TV with a higher refresher rate, but at 60 frames per second, the Plus Series is fine for most consoles.
—Parker Hall, Wired News, 3 July 2025
The thicker consistency and vanilla sweet cream on top elevate the flavors to something more well-rounded, rather than the random bursts of sweet boba in the otherwise too-watery refresher.
—Endia Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
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Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
The cooling effect lasts for three hours before the beads need a 15-minute refresher.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 4 July 2025
Serious gamers may prefer a TV with a higher refresher rate, but at 60 frames per second, the Plus Series is fine for most consoles.
—Parker Hall, Wired News, 3 July 2025
The thicker consistency and vanilla sweet cream on top elevate the flavors to something more well-rounded, rather than the random bursts of sweet boba in the otherwise too-watery refresher.
—Endia Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refresher
Noun
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The lack of an extension led the 29-year-old to express his frustration through a brief training camp holdout after talks stalled in mid-July.—
Kambui Bomani,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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The academy/training center may help the sport survive in the post-House settlement world.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
31 July 2025
Noun
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Credit card rates have risen for four months in a row, hitting the highest level since December, according to a review by LendingTree of the 220 most popular cards.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
31 July 2025
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Companies that master the hybrid approach while maintaining transparent practices may emerge as the next generation of industry leaders.—
Ascend Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
24 July 2025
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This was a common practice in British rule, as seen with the Irish tenant farmers, as well as in Great Britain’s dominant involvement in the slave trade.—
Tanya Talaga
July 24,
Literary Hub,
24 July 2025
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The 40-year-old former UNLV quarterback subbed himself into 11-on-11 drills and purposely threw an interception to inject a little fun into his team’s fourth straight day of training camp practice.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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The recumbent chair and whining drill, the blinding lights and masked faces overhead, the needle, the spit basin, and the X-ray film clamped between your teeth—every detail seems designed to inflame our fears.—
Burkhard Bilger,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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At least, that’s the lesson that Connor Hubbard, the creator behind the viral vlog account Hubs.life_, is learning right now.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
26 July 2025
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Three Keys From Astronomer's Response Astronomer's handling of this incident offers three important lessons in modern crisis management: 1.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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And so billionaire philanthropy is an exercise of power and deserves skepticism rather than gratitude.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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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
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The workouts prioritized isometric exercises that built a connection between mind and body while also advancing his tendon strength.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
23 July 2025
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But when Smart’s agent called him after a workout to let Smart know that Doncic reached out, Smart brushed it off.—
Khobi Price,
Oc Register,
23 July 2025
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Positive reinforcement, creating a safe space, and sticking to a consistent routine can all help a dog feel safe.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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Here is a morning routine to prioritize nutrient absorption while enjoying your morning coffee: Start with water: Drinking water before your coffee helps keep you hydrated, prevent dehydration, and support healthy digestion.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
31 July 2025
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“Refresher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refresher. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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