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

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Here’s my cheat sheet on how to navigate the on and off-piste winter thrills of the most beautiful mountain towns in Colorado. Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 10 Dec. 2024 For curious readers who would prefer not to wade too deeply into meaty philosophical concepts, Birch generously provides a shortcut to his conclusions: a cheat sheet of his framework principles and special case proposals is presented at the front of the book. Ars Technica, 30 Nov. 2024 Welcome to the Week 12 fantasy and betting cheat sheet, a one-stop shop for The Athletic’s game previews, injury and weather updates, and expert analysis. Jess Bryant, The Athletic, 22 Nov. 2024 Planning Tips: Here’s a cheat sheet of opportunities to keep in mind. Jonathan I. Shenkman, Forbes, 29 Nov. 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 5 Jan. 2025.

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