as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
although our son is only a beginner at swimming, he is making excellent progress
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Recent Examples of beginner
There are also plenty of nearby hiking trails to walk along, like the beginner-friendly Great Gorge Scenic Overlook Trail and the more advanced Whirlpool Rapids Adventure Trail.
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Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
However, when considering its suitability to beginners, this telescope is impressive, especially for its even cheaper price point over Black Friday weekend.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Sitting at the beginner’s table, Hill took note.
—Bracey Harris, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026
For beginners, taking on a project can seem daunting and some people don't know who or where to turn to.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
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Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
However, when considering its suitability to beginners, this telescope is impressive, especially for its even cheaper price point over Black Friday weekend.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Sitting at the beginner’s table, Hill took note.
—Bracey Harris, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026
For beginners, taking on a project can seem daunting and some people don't know who or where to turn to.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for beginner
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginner
Noun
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After years of working in his garden, the former novice has figured out what grows well in his yard’s different spots.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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In China, OpenClaw has received a particularly fervent welcome among AI enthusiasts and novices alike.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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And while Harrell continues his rehab, newcomer Cole Gonzales has been working with the first team, along with returner Grayson Loftis, who started seven games last season.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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But Bummer got out of the inning, and newcomer Osvaldo Bido (1-0) struck out the side in the ninth.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This Diamondbacks rookie had a stellar debut.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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In fact, the rookie catcher has made an impressive splash through the first six games of her career, which includes the Storm’s annual five-game spring break trip to Tennessee.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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After spending years developing the Fermilab Holometer, an instrument designed to understand what space and time are made of, Kamai returned to her spiritual roots in Hawaii as an apprentice navigator and crew member of a voyaging canoe.—
Deepa Bharath,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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Seeing red Details are still scarce, but Lucas’ idea for his Sequel Trilogy would rediscover Maul as a Crime Boss, based in Coruscant, along with his apprentice, Darth Talon.—
Daryl Baxter,
Space.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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One of those freshman moving in is Jocelyn Monroe, who is making a difference from the circle.—
Charles Baggarly
April 2,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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Georgetown, led by junior center Patrick Ewing and freshman forward Reggie Williams, beats Houston 84-75 to win the NCAA championship in Seattle.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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