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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One cheat sheet viewed by The New York Times simply lists the numbers assigned to candidates on the ballot, leaving out their names.
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Jack Nicas, New York Times, 31 May 2025
Local media have reported that some politicians and their supporters have been accused of distributing pamphlets, or cheat sheets, which provide suggestions on who to vote for.
—Michael Rios, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
Here’s the basic cheat sheet, spoilers obviously included: In the first film, Stephanie Smothers (Kendrick), a widow and a mommy vlogger, becomes embroiled in the life of her young son’s friend’s mother, the glamorous Emily Nelson (Lively).
—Alissa Wilkinson, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Here’s your cheat sheet on Knight’s legal history and the biggest moments leading up to Tuesday’s hearing.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 28 Apr. 2025
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Jack Nicas, New York Times, 31 May 2025
Local media have reported that some politicians and their supporters have been accused of distributing pamphlets, or cheat sheets, which provide suggestions on who to vote for.
—Michael Rios, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
Here’s the basic cheat sheet, spoilers obviously included: In the first film, Stephanie Smothers (Kendrick), a widow and a mommy vlogger, becomes embroiled in the life of her young son’s friend’s mother, the glamorous Emily Nelson (Lively).
—Alissa Wilkinson, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Here’s your cheat sheet on Knight’s legal history and the biggest moments leading up to Tuesday’s hearing.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 28 Apr. 2025
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“Cheat sheet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheat%20sheet. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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