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
The terrain is serious, coming in at roughly 12% beginner, 43% intermediate, and 45% advanced/expert.
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Brent Rose, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Feb. 2026
With so many options, consider this your beginner’s guide to where to stay, eat, and play on this luxurious island.
—Molly Barstein, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026
In 2025, Liam joined BabyRace Driver Academy, based in Italy, competing in the Mini category for kids 10-12, a level above beginners that’s roughly equivalent to the Mini Swift class in America (where drivers tend to be 9-13).
—Sarah Hepola, Dallas Morning News, 31 Jan. 2026
Reverse Lunge to Knee-Up Reverse lunges tend to be more beginner-friendly and gentler on the knees than the standard forward lunge.
—Jenny McCoy, Outside, 30 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for beginner
Brent Rose, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Feb. 2026
With so many options, consider this your beginner’s guide to where to stay, eat, and play on this luxurious island.
—Molly Barstein, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026
In 2025, Liam joined BabyRace Driver Academy, based in Italy, competing in the Mini category for kids 10-12, a level above beginners that’s roughly equivalent to the Mini Swift class in America (where drivers tend to be 9-13).
—Sarah Hepola, Dallas Morning News, 31 Jan. 2026
Reverse Lunge to Knee-Up Reverse lunges tend to be more beginner-friendly and gentler on the knees than the standard forward lunge.
—Jenny McCoy, Outside, 30 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for beginner
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginner
Noun
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From the bleachers of the Abe Stark Arena, our college friends cheered wildly as Phil, who was a novice, performed a few simple spins.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 Feb. 2026
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For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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Nominated for Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance, Roan was also on hand to introduce the Best New Artist of 2026 which ultimately went to newcomer Olivia Dean.—
Pamela Vázquez,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 2026
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Indeed, its growing popularity has attracted newcomers from near and far, who've all made their unique mark in the community.—
Joey Skladany,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Browns rookie linebacker Carson Schwesinger is also likely to be named Defensive Rookie of the Year.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Knueppel held more than his own in last Thursday’s rookie showdown.—
Mike Curtis,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Dawson's steely resolve helps anchor the series, with strong support from Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Ahsoka's reckless former apprentice Sabine and Mary Elizabeth Winstead as General Hera Syndulla.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Jan. 2026
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The video is being played to a room of nine apprentice footballers aged 16 and 17 at Leyton Orient, the League One side based in east London.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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Strong was a finalist for the Cheryl Miller Award, given to the top small forward, as a freshman in 2025.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Offseason turnover saw the Knights add 31 new faces to the roster, including transfers and incoming freshmen.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Beginner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginner. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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