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
When asked about freshman Keiton Jones, who's listed at 6-4, 333 pounds, Green made a unique cross-species comparison.
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Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2025
Though Senate freshmen typically spend months being largely unseen and unheard in public, Schiff was a rising star — or easy target — from the start.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Loner Monica Tsai is a college freshman who’s always found solace into the digital world.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The Miami Hurricanes in recent years have seen their share of freshmen contribute in their first season on campus.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 2 Aug. 2025
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Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2025
Though Senate freshmen typically spend months being largely unseen and unheard in public, Schiff was a rising star — or easy target — from the start.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Loner Monica Tsai is a college freshman who’s always found solace into the digital world.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The Miami Hurricanes in recent years have seen their share of freshmen contribute in their first season on campus.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 2 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freshman
Noun
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Traditional cover bands, with deep and varied repertoires, and often encountered by chance in bars or at weekend civic festivals, can be great entrées to the live-music experience for the novice concertgoer or casual fan.—
Matt Sebastian,
Denver Post,
29 July 2025
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This is a whisky that is perfect for both single malt novices and more experienced connoisseurs who are looking for an everyday sipper.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Alt, who is coming off an outstanding rookie season and was a left tackle at Notre Dame, was replaced by veteran Trey Pipkins III.—
Jay Paris,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Carroll, one of the game’s top entertainers, led the 2023 team to the pennant as a rookie and is having a fine season this year.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
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With a field comprised of select veterans and a swath of newcomers, the all-around is anyone’s game.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Joel Edgerton stars in the film alongside newcomers Everett Blunck, Kayo Martin and Kenny Rasmussen.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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Great for beginners and experts, both Japanese and German engineering techniques combine to create a durable knife that will last a lifetime.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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HelloFresh is best suited to beginner and intermediate cooks looking to up their skillset and creativity in the kitchen while adding new flavors, cooking methods, and recipes to their arsenal (without having to grocery shop or take a cooking class).—
Betty Gold Kider,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Aug. 2025
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This makes the credentials apprentices gain through them portable and recognizable to employers across the country.—
Karen Herson,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Several apprentices went on to spectacular careers on their own.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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“Freshman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freshman. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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