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
Scott says one explosive power training session per week is great for beginners.
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Margaret Cirino,
NPR,
21 June 2026
As a result, bodyweight exercises may feel more approachable and sustainable for beginners or even people intimidated by going to a gym.
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
While Ratia offers a general overview, keep in mind that building a porch is not a beginner DIY project.
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Perri Ormont Blumberg,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2026
Philodendrons are easy and forgiving enough for beginners, but even more experienced gardeners love them for their variety of foliage and easy care.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for beginner
Margaret Cirino,
NPR,
21 June 2026
As a result, bodyweight exercises may feel more approachable and sustainable for beginners or even people intimidated by going to a gym.
—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
While Ratia offers a general overview, keep in mind that building a porch is not a beginner DIY project.
—
Perri Ormont Blumberg,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2026
Philodendrons are easy and forgiving enough for beginners, but even more experienced gardeners love them for their variety of foliage and easy care.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for beginner
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginner
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The five-part docuseries, directed by Brian Knappenberger with Tom Hanks as executive producer, offers novice history buffs an extensive look into the establishment of American democracy.
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To create something wholly new, the narrative team looked back to other games with a low barrier to entry, particularly early 2000s Nintendo consoles that invited novices to join the fold.
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But there’s no denying the global impact the newcomers had on the band, especially Nicks, who would go on to have a successful solo career as well.
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The completion of Gulf State Park’s many recreation areas, trails, and new lodge and cottages have only upped the ante for longtime visitors and newcomers.
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On Tuesday, the first round will take place as 30 rookies join the NBA.
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While first-round picks are slotted into salaries through the NBA’s rookie scale, there isn’t as much structure with second-round selections.
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Kieran, his young apprentice, is learning fast.
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In 1811, The Nottingham Review newspaper recorded what's believed to be the first historical mention of the fictitious Ludd character, described as a framework knitting apprentice near Leicester.
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JSerra’s Ava Irwin, who earned The Register’s Orange County player of the year honor as a freshman in 2025, has enrolled at Sierra Canyon, Trailblazers athletic director Jon Ellinghouse confirmed Thursday.
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Doggett is the first freshman to win this Gatorade national award, which dates to 1986.
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“Beginner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginner. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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