the uninitiated

noun

: people who do not have knowledge of or experience with something
For the uninitiated, let me explain how this device works.

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But for the uninitiated, the question of which pencil to stake your claim on can be either daunting or dull. Air Mail, 10 May 2025 For the uninitiated, Myers is a writer, comedian and content creator best known for sharing relatable stories, comedic sketches and serving as an advocate for neurodivergence, imposter syndrome, body image and more — often several of those at the same time. Lizz Schumer, People.com, 7 May 2025 For the uninitiated, Skibidi Toilet is a mega-viral YouTube series that chronicles a dystopian war between a race of singing toilet-men and a race of humanoid figures with TVs, cameras, and speakers for heads. Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 21 May 2025 For the uninitiated: Taylor Swift made the decision to rerecord her first six albums after Scooter Braun, a former talent manager best known for discovering Justin Bieber, purchased her original masters in 2019. Sam Reed, Glamour, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for the uninitiated

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“The uninitiated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20uninitiated. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.

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