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
Below, a beginner’s guide to men’s makeup, with tips from the pros.
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 May 2026
The most popular beginner tours travel along the river’s South Fork, at the Chili Bar and Gorge areas, while trips on the Middle Fork and North Fork offer a higher thrill level.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Most beginner skywatchers naturally assume a full moon offers the best view.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 22 May 2026
Panicle Hydrangea Native to Japan and China, panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) is the toughest and most accommodating species described here and a great one for beginners.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 21 May 2026
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 May 2026
The most popular beginner tours travel along the river’s South Fork, at the Chili Bar and Gorge areas, while trips on the Middle Fork and North Fork offer a higher thrill level.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Most beginner skywatchers naturally assume a full moon offers the best view.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 22 May 2026
Panicle Hydrangea Native to Japan and China, panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) is the toughest and most accommodating species described here and a great one for beginners.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 21 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginner
Noun
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Because George, portrayed by Hugh Jackman, routinely read mysteries to his charges before his sudden demise, these sheep aren’t complete novices, said Wilson Chapman in IndieWire.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
18 May 2026
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To my novice eye, Prysock moved without defect.—
Dan Greene,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Along with teaching the sport to newcomers — some had never really picked up a lacrosse stick before — generating interest remained the most difficult part.—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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For 2026, Zatkin is bringing back one of last year’s more popular acts, plus another returning group and two series newcomers.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2026
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The previous record amount spent on a Wembanyama card was $860,100 paid for his rookie Panini Prism Nebula Choice one-of-one card in early 2025, according to Fanatics Collect.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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The sale of the San Antonio Spurs center’s 2023-24 Panini Prizm one-of-one Black parallel rookie card, which has a Gem-Mint PSA 10 grade, was brokered by Fanatics Collect.—
Larry Holder,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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The master and the apprentice, in sync until the very end.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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Over the years, Wayne has forged a genuine connection with the Mandalorian's little Force-wielding apprentice (and the puppeteers who operate him), which made telling Grogu to flee the planet without him that much harder.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 May 2026
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Virginia Tech second baseman Ethan Ball’s 16 home runs are the most by a freshman in a power conference.—
Mitch Light,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Margo’s Got Money Troubles is the story of college freshman and aspiring writer Margo (Elle Fanning) who gets knocked up by her English professor (Michael Angarano) and decides to drop out and keep the baby.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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