as in novices
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 beginners
But the people who stand to benefit most from simple bodyweight exercises—like arm circles or glute bridges—are beginners or those who haven’t worked out in a while.
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Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 24 Mar. 2026
Proton's design is sleek and fairly easy to navigate for beginners.
—Justyn Newman, PC Magazine, 22 Mar. 2026
All skill levels are welcome—from beginners to seasoned strategists.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
The park is ideal for hiking, with trails that cater to everyone from beginners who prefer a short trek to more seasoned adventurers who want a full-day hike through bamboo groves and mossy mountain paths.
—Jasmine Ting, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026
Along the way, countless beginners found confidence, joy and a sense of belonging.
—Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Group of beginners, hobbyists and professionals who like taking and sharing photos.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 18 Mar. 2026
Then be sure to check out our collection of the best cameras and lenses for astrophotography, along with our beginners guide to capturing the glowing band of the Milky Way with a DSLR camera.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 15 Mar. 2026
Adults may want to use them for exercise, weight loss, or swimming practice, from beginners to advanced swimmers, while children and guests want space to play.
—New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2026
Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 24 Mar. 2026
Proton's design is sleek and fairly easy to navigate for beginners.
—Justyn Newman, PC Magazine, 22 Mar. 2026
All skill levels are welcome—from beginners to seasoned strategists.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
The park is ideal for hiking, with trails that cater to everyone from beginners who prefer a short trek to more seasoned adventurers who want a full-day hike through bamboo groves and mossy mountain paths.
—Jasmine Ting, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2026
Along the way, countless beginners found confidence, joy and a sense of belonging.
—Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Group of beginners, hobbyists and professionals who like taking and sharing photos.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 18 Mar. 2026
Then be sure to check out our collection of the best cameras and lenses for astrophotography, along with our beginners guide to capturing the glowing band of the Milky Way with a DSLR camera.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 15 Mar. 2026
Adults may want to use them for exercise, weight loss, or swimming practice, from beginners to advanced swimmers, while children and guests want space to play.
—New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginners
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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,
19 Mar. 2026
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Going beyond the standard pick-me-up, Gotcha Matcha uses high quality, ceremonial-grade matcha that appeals to novices and matcha enthusiasts alike.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2026
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In terms of specific proposals in the platform, the Farmland for Farmers Act, introduced in 2023, would limit corporate purchases of farmland, helping to reign in rising prices that present a critical barrier for newcomers.—
Anthony Pahnke,
Boston Herald,
23 Mar. 2026
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Alongside Cummings as the show’s resident DA, The Screener stars a mix of newcomers and veterans.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Mar. 2026
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The freshmen fraternal twin brothers made their March Madness debut on Thursday as Duke narrowly avoided an early upset, 71-65, at the hands of Siena in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball tournament.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Here’s part 1 with Larry Blustein’s assessment of UM’s freshmen on offense.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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Unlike college students, apprentices earn money from day one when completing classroom instruction, often taking classes at night or in short blocks throughout the year.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
2 Mar. 2026
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In 1936, construction of the performance venue was financed by local geishas and their apprentices.—
Leandra Beabout,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Feb. 2026
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Can high-profile rookies Nolan McLean and Carson Benge establish themselves as the headliners of the team’s next core?—
D.J. Short,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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Sieler had 10 tackles for loss, but the rookies combined for only four TFLs — two by Grant and one apiece by Phillips and Biggers.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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