brush up on
Example Sentences
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Keenan, 24, re-watched parts of season two to brush up on the region’s geopolitics.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026
As part of his studies, Dr. Chang had to brush up on autoimmune diseases, memorizing the names of human proteins that can be targeted by a misdirected immune system.
From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024
As a self-described “elite,” it would be a good time for him to brush up on the current affairs of us common parsnips.
From Salon • Jan. 2, 2024
If a Latina filmmaker seeks to brush up on her cinematic heritage, she can check out Reyes on TV critiquing Dolores del Rio’s and J. Lo’s most emblematic roles.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2023
“You might want to brush up on your jousting skills,” I said.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
