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 body odor, hang the jacket outside to air for 12 to 24 hours, use an unscented commercial fabric refresher, or place the jacket in a large sealed plastic container for 24-48 hours with a box of baking soda to absorb the odors.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2025
For a refresher on the ultimate essential for any season, dial Jacob Cohën.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Shayna Goldman has an NHL midseason concern-o-meter that’s a good refresher.
—Chris Branch, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
As a refresher, the original campaign of Suicide Squad showed its members killing the Justice League's heroes, including the Batman of the Arkham video game series.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2025
For a refresher on the ultimate essential for any season, dial Jacob Cohën.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Shayna Goldman has an NHL midseason concern-o-meter that’s a good refresher.
—Chris Branch, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
As a refresher, the original campaign of Suicide Squad showed its members killing the Justice League's heroes, including the Batman of the Arkham video game series.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for refresher
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refresher
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The Nashville staff hosted 13 juniors and seniors from universities throughout the state on Jan. 9-11 for training in beat coverage, reporting techniques, visual journalism and digital production.—
Cassandra Stephenson,
The Tennessean,
12 Feb. 2025
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Another vital part of obedience training for young dogs is impulse control—learning to sit, and waiting patiently for a meal, treat or playtime.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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The latest fashion news, beauty coverage, celebrity style, fashion week updates, culture reviews, and videos on Vogue.com.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free newsletter to get the latest trailers, celebrity interviews, film reviews, and more.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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That coach was one of a number of coaches and players who had noticed the forceful way in which Vukov would talk to Rybakina during practices and matches.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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Akashi’s work is unlike anything else: a multidisciplinary practice that ranges between glassblowing, casting, candle-making and stone carving, plus her signature hand motif that is usually cast in bronze or crystal.—
The Editors,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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While the fleet did not disclose the exact location of the exercises, more drills involving U.S., Japanese, and French naval forces are scheduled later this week in the Philippine Sea, to the northeast of the archipelago.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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Power tools like chainsaws and power drills can also trigger Raynaud’s, possibly due to the effects of vibration on blood vessels—so massage guns could have a similar effect.—
Cindy Kuzma,
SELF,
6 Feb. 2025
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This history has a clear lesson: without addressing the Kurds’ cultural, linguistic, and political demands, achieving peace and stability in the Middle East is impossible.—
Sefa Secen & Serhun Al / Made by History,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
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Besides providing for her family, Carol enjoyed taking singing lessons with her twin sister, Doris, as a young gal.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Anachronistic urban features and budgetary limitations, however, repeatedly undercut the authenticity of the exercise in ways that wittily highlight the gulf between then and now.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2025
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However, since exercise releases endorphins that can keep you up, avoiding exercising within two hours of bedtime is important.8 Sleep in a dark room: Light interferes with sleep, therefore a dark room will help people fall and stay asleep.—
Patty Weasler, RN, BSN,
Verywell Health,
8 Feb. 2025
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But his 24 Hour Fitness membership, for example, is perfect for that 3 a.m. workout.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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Both options are breathable for workouts or other activities and have a secret hidden pocket.—
Chaunie Brusie, RN,
Parents,
15 Feb. 2025
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Keep in mind that a reliable morning routine and bedtime routine are still necessary to ensure that kids maintain healthy habits and to provide them with a stable household—but there can be some flexibility to a household structure.—
Jana Pollack,
Parents,
11 Feb. 2025
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Incorporating aloe vera juice into your morning routine is a simple but powerful change, and the benefits are undeniable, at least for me.—
Sofía Esquivel,
Glamour,
11 Feb. 2025
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