as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
our senator is just a freshman in Congress
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Recent Examples of freshman
Sophomore catcher Creed Erdos (Seneca Valley) and redshirt freshman pitcher JD Costanzo (North Allegheny) have each made a handful of appearances this season for WVU.
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Mike Darnay, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Connor Habiger met Fischer during their freshman year at Mill Valley High School in Shawnee, shortly after Fischer moved from South Dakota.
—Matthew Kelly
updated June 15, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
South Lake made it to the bracket round for the second straight week, this time using the rotating quarterback tandem of senior Tre Kelly and freshman Walker Motley.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 June 2026
The victim was a freshman in college.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026
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Mike Darnay, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Connor Habiger met Fischer during their freshman year at Mill Valley High School in Shawnee, shortly after Fischer moved from South Dakota.
—Matthew Kelly
updated June 15, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
South Lake made it to the bracket round for the second straight week, this time using the rotating quarterback tandem of senior Tre Kelly and freshman Walker Motley.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 June 2026
The victim was a freshman in college.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freshman
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This makes these spots good for young anglers and novices as well as those with mobility challenges.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
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Democrats in Maine, meanwhile, have nominated Graham Platner, a political novice whose grassroots campaign and brash communication style propelled him to a decisive victory over the state’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, who remained on the ballot but suspended her campaign in April.—
Charlie Hunt,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
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Seventh-round rookie Gavin Gerhardt could vie for the backup center role, but Jurgens’ experience in the system gives him the initial nod.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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All six runs in the game came off homers, with Texas' Joc Pederson delivering a two-run shot in the third off rookie Mike Paredes.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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But there’s no denying the global impact the newcomers had on the band, especially Nicks, who would go on to have a successful solo career as well.—
Suzanne Van Atten,
AJC.com,
21 June 2026
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The completion of Gulf State Park’s many recreation areas, trails, and new lodge and cottages have only upped the ante for longtime visitors and newcomers.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
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How to find Mercury on June 15 The Celestron NexStar 4SE is ideal for beginners wanting quality, reliable and quick views of the night sky.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
15 June 2026
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Most beginner DIYers should be able to handle this quick maintenance task.—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
15 June 2026
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Kieran, his young apprentice, is learning fast.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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In 1811, The Nottingham Review newspaper recorded what's believed to be the first historical mention of the fictitious Ludd character, described as a framework knitting apprentice near Leicester.—
Emma Bowman,
NPR,
19 June 2026
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“Freshman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freshman. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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