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
I study the camera language, the performances and brush up on the storylines.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2023
“You might want to brush up on your jousting skills,” I said.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
