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
Group of beginners, hobbyists and professionals who like to take and share photos.
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Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 15 Apr. 2026
Although the dispensary does sell some low-potency products meant for beginners or microdosing, the focus here is on full-strength THC products, including cannabis flower, vapes, beverages and edibles.
—Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 15 Apr. 2026
Advanced art sets, on the other hand, are likely to come with more challenging types of products and no guides to help beginners.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
The club offers programs for all levels, from pre-novice beginners to competitive athletes.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
This is an excellent smartwatch for both hardcore fitness enthusiasts and beginners alike.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
In addition to browsing comics and meeting artists, visitors will be able to participate in tabletop gaming sessions designed for beginners.
—Kansas City Star, 11 Apr. 2026
Look no further than Tommy Gaunt Kitesurfing, located at Anegada Beach Club, to try this adventurous activity; Tommy is a master and makes the experience a breeze even for beginners.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
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
Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 15 Apr. 2026
Although the dispensary does sell some low-potency products meant for beginners or microdosing, the focus here is on full-strength THC products, including cannabis flower, vapes, beverages and edibles.
—Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 15 Apr. 2026
Advanced art sets, on the other hand, are likely to come with more challenging types of products and no guides to help beginners.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
The club offers programs for all levels, from pre-novice beginners to competitive athletes.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
This is an excellent smartwatch for both hardcore fitness enthusiasts and beginners alike.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
In addition to browsing comics and meeting artists, visitors will be able to participate in tabletop gaming sessions designed for beginners.
—Kansas City Star, 11 Apr. 2026
Look no further than Tommy Gaunt Kitesurfing, located at Anegada Beach Club, to try this adventurous activity; Tommy is a master and makes the experience a breeze even for beginners.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginners
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In contrast, a study led by Active Site, a research nonprofit that studies the use of AI in synthetic biology, found that AI help did not lead to significant differences in the ability of novices to complete the complex workflow to produce a virus in a biosafety laboratory.—
Stephen D. Turner,
The Conversation,
9 Apr. 2026
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The beginners class is for novices 18 and older who want instruction and practice combined with play, according to the Dundee Township Park District website.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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More than 200 restaurant locations — including 16 newcomers to the event — are participating in the springtime promotion sponsored by the Golden Gate Restaurant Association.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Panarin scored the game’s only goal, one of two newcomers that buoyed the Kings on Saturday.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Junior Breya Cunningham was UT's starting center, but Lovisa Asbrink Hose is coming off a redshirt season and both Brihanna Crittendon and Joyce Isime Etute will be incoming freshmen.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Apr. 2026
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Botma, an Oakland recruit, has seen that in action as Powell helps set the tone for a team with eight freshmen.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Some of the kinder ones would give a Christmas tip if the apprentices did a good job cleaning their boots but others, basking in the new money of the Premier League, preferred to peacock.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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According to accounts by the architect’s apprentices, the design came together in a matter of hours.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
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In 2019, the height of the rebuild, the Dolphins, who finished 5-11, started five rookies — wide receiver Preston Williams, guards Deiter and Shaq Calhoun, defensive end Wilkins and cornerback Nik Needham.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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The new collective bargaining agreement that was ratified last month gave huge pay raises to rookies.—
Briauna Brown,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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