as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
a newbie to woodworking, he was still trying to learn all the terms and techniques of the craft
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Recent Examples of newbie
Still, newbies to the compact EV market have plenty of choices with far superior ranges.
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James Raia, Mercury News, 22 Mar. 2026
Since many of the 157 people moving to Charlotte daily hail from places with strong hockey teams, like New York and Chicago, Eagle said the newbies check out Checkers games to continue their fandom.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026
Fat Cake enforces rules, but also mother ducks newbies like me, responding to most minor etiquette breaches with positive feedback.
—Peter Hartlaub, San Francisco Chronicle, 13 Mar. 2026
This isn’t newbie stuff; this is two old pros giving it their all.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
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James Raia, Mercury News, 22 Mar. 2026
Since many of the 157 people moving to Charlotte daily hail from places with strong hockey teams, like New York and Chicago, Eagle said the newbies check out Checkers games to continue their fandom.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026
Fat Cake enforces rules, but also mother ducks newbies like me, responding to most minor etiquette breaches with positive feedback.
—Peter Hartlaub, San Francisco Chronicle, 13 Mar. 2026
This isn’t newbie stuff; this is two old pros giving it their all.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newbie
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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Dermatologists say beginners need far fewer products than social media suggests — and the right basics can deliver real results.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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Monstera is an easy plant to care for and is great for beginners.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Apr. 2026
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The event has grown into a staple of Atlanta's cultural calendar — a space where longtime residents and newcomers alike can celebrate what makes the city unique.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Cupich said the church in Chicago has seen a considerable increase in newcomers, especially young people.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Then about an hour prior to tipoff, he was deemed out, leaving the backup point guard duties mostly to rookie Sion James.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Kings 7-foot-1 rookie Maxime Raynaud had 17 points and eight rebounds playing on his 23rd birthday.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, Maul is also intrigued by the prospect of recruiting a new apprentice, a Jedi Padawan named Devon.—
Rafael Motamayor,
IndieWire,
6 Apr. 2026
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The character has long been replaced as Sidious' apprentice, and is now a fugitive from the Empire.—
Sean Keane,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 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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“Newbie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newbie. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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