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as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
the kind of big story that can propel a cub reporter into the stratosphere of the newspaper world
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as in kid
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
assigned to teach a bunch of young cubs how to play baseball
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Recent Examples of cub
Any cubs not claimed by their mothers are hand-reared and cared for at a rescue, so no leopard is left behind.
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Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
The attacks that do happen turn on particular bad luck, a surprise meeting at close range or a female defending cubs.
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John Drake,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Keep pets indoors or on a leash while the cub is around.
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Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
13 June 2026
Officials also said Blondie ran the risk of passing along patterns of depending on humans for food and shelter to her cubs.
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Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for cub
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
The attacks that do happen turn on particular bad luck, a surprise meeting at close range or a female defending cubs.
—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Keep pets indoors or on a leash while the cub is around.
—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
13 June 2026
Officials also said Blondie ran the risk of passing along patterns of depending on humans for food and shelter to her cubs.
—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for cub
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cub
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The five-part docuseries, directed by Brian Knappenberger with Tom Hanks as executive producer, offers novice history buffs an extensive look into the establishment of American democracy.
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To create something wholly new, the narrative team looked back to other games with a low barrier to entry, particularly early 2000s Nintendo consoles that invited novices to join the fold.
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Francois, who runs a medical rehabilitation in New York and brought his adult kids to see Les Grenadiers, said Haiti’s qualification, achieved amid extraordinary circumstances, was itself cause for celebration.
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His kids, though hesitant at first, became a large part of the business.
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Kieran, his young apprentice, is learning fast.
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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.
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The 44-year-old singer's children, Sean Preston, 20, and Jayden James, 19, made a rare joint public appearance at Paris Men's Fashion Week after TMZ reported that the two would achieve a runway milestone together during the days-long sartorial event overseas.
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Sandra Cherfrere, an attorney and child of Haitian immigrants, highlighted the practical complications for families with children born abroad.
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On Tuesday, the first round will take place as 30 rookies join the NBA.
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While first-round picks are slotted into salaries through the NBA’s rookie scale, there isn’t as much structure with second-round selections.
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Ticket to Ride is a beginner-friendly route-building game across a map of cities.
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From beginner builds to advanced display-worthy creations, there are deals across every price point.
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JSerra’s Ava Irwin, who earned The Register’s Orange County player of the year honor as a freshman in 2025, has enrolled at Sierra Canyon, Trailblazers athletic director Jon Ellinghouse confirmed Thursday.
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Doggett is the first freshman to win this Gatorade national award, which dates to 1986.
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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.
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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.
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“Cub.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cub. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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