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

Examples of cheat sheet in a Sentence

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Here’s your cheat sheet: Dyson haircare, including the cult-classic Airwrap Multi-Styler, is $100 off through Saturday, December 7. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024 Think of it like consulting a celestial cheat sheet for personal growth. Daisy Maldonado, refinery29.com, 6 Jan. 2025 Without a screen, this might be another multi-port charger in need of a cheat sheet to keep track of which port to use. Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 6 Jan. 2025 In any of these conditions, an interview cheat sheet will serve you especially well. Tracy Brower, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cheat sheet 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1935, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of cheat sheet was circa 1935

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“Cheat sheet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheat%20sheet. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.

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