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as in newcomer
a person who has recently been persuaded to join a religious sect
neophytes are assigned an experienced church member to guide them through their first year
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as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
a neophyte in snowboarding
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Recent Examples of neophyte
But there also likely is the need for more than a neophyte such as Isaiah Stevens.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Dec. 2024
The otherworldly neophyte never shied away from dominating the game, knocking down 16-of-31 field goals, including 6-of-16 shooting from downtown.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
This storyline would explain why her return to the company was highlighted on the smaller (and recently canceled) Rampage instead of Dynamite, as the promotion may want to position her as someone who has forgotten her past two years in AEW, effectively starting over as a neophyte.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
The neophytes should not be setting the agenda.
—Noah Rothman, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Dec. 2024
The otherworldly neophyte never shied away from dominating the game, knocking down 16-of-31 field goals, including 6-of-16 shooting from downtown.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
This storyline would explain why her return to the company was highlighted on the smaller (and recently canceled) Rampage instead of Dynamite, as the promotion may want to position her as someone who has forgotten her past two years in AEW, effectively starting over as a neophyte.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
The neophytes should not be setting the agenda.
—Noah Rothman, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for neophyte
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The increase was mainly a result of the massive influx of out-of-state newcomers sparked by the rise of remote work, which allowed many Americans to relocate to more affordable, more livable cities and turn their back on expensive metropolises.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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Unity Biotechnology is a leading example, but the space is still early and ripe for newcomers.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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And given the ease of using the phishing toolkits, even technical novices can create a legitimate-looking login page and a proxy server.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
1 May 2025
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But where one is fluent in the language of entertainment, the other now seated at the table is a novice in an industry that’s fraught with shady practices and constant change.—
Shirley Halperin,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2025
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Manning, the former No. 1 recruit, grandson of Archie Manning and nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning, will be the full-time starter for Texas for the first time this season.—
Sam Khan Jr.,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Create Your Strategic Framework AI-Skilled Human: Proactively define the skills and characteristics your employees need now and five years from now, and then develop and recruit based on this.—
Kirk W. McLaren,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Look no further than Tommy Gaunt Kitesurfing, located at Anegada Beach Club, to try this adventurous activity; Tommy is a master and makes the experience a breeze even for beginners.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2025
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Plant by Number is looking to majorly simplify the gardening process for beginners and master gardeners alike.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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The show, which will tell the story of Maul teaching an apprentice, will debut in 2026.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Apr. 2025
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Abrego Garcia remains in the US Over the next six years, Abrego Garcia is a full-time sheet metal apprentice and takes classes at the University of Maryland to get his journeyman license.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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After three years at UNC, Jordan was the third pick in the 1984 NBA Draft and was paid $555,000 by the Bulls during his rookie season.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Landing in Cleveland would be a poor outcome for Sanders, as the team isn't currently built to uplift a rookie passer.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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His early experience formed confidence and self-belief, reinforced by family in a way Donovan Leary remembers from carpools during their freshman year.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The two began dating more than two decades ago, after meeting during their freshman year of college.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Neophyte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neophyte. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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