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
For beginners, a version using two light dumbbells is a good introduction.
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Gretchen Reynolds, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
There are even lessons for beginners who may want to start a new hobby over the winter.
—The Denver Post, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
There are also moderate trails suitable for beginners that don't ascend to the peak.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
The Oberg Mountain Loop trail near Tofte is great for both beginners and pros.
—Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Or head to a park, George English Park for beginners or Holiday Park if things have gotten serious.
—Eric Barton, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
Cozyverse was written with omegaverse beginners in mind, giving readers an easy entry point to our favorite genre, while also crafting stories that would be fresh and exciting to long-time omegaverse fans.
—Emilia Emerson, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
As Arizona approaches its snowy season up north, beginners and experts alike are preparing to hit the slopes this ski season.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Gemsstock’s steep off-piste runs draw advanced skiers, while Nätschen’s wide-open, sunlit groomers suit families and beginners.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 7 Nov. 2025
Gretchen Reynolds, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
There are even lessons for beginners who may want to start a new hobby over the winter.
—The Denver Post, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
There are also moderate trails suitable for beginners that don't ascend to the peak.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
The Oberg Mountain Loop trail near Tofte is great for both beginners and pros.
—Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Or head to a park, George English Park for beginners or Holiday Park if things have gotten serious.
—Eric Barton, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
Cozyverse was written with omegaverse beginners in mind, giving readers an easy entry point to our favorite genre, while also crafting stories that would be fresh and exciting to long-time omegaverse fans.
—Emilia Emerson, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
As Arizona approaches its snowy season up north, beginners and experts alike are preparing to hit the slopes this ski season.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Gemsstock’s steep off-piste runs draw advanced skiers, while Nätschen’s wide-open, sunlit groomers suit families and beginners.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginners
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Most of the 31 playoff novices — accounting for roughly 58% of the 53-man roster — were along for the entire ride and played key roles in helping to get Carolina to the postseason.—
Mike Kaye
January 6,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Jan. 2026
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Canon offers a wide range of DSLR cameras for novices and professionals alike.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
30 Dec. 2025
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Several Icons work alongside newcomers, assisting with citizenship applications and teaching music and language classes that preserve their community's cultural heritage.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The participants include many of the club’s top prospects, along with several newcomers who have joined the Red Sox organization this offseason.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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Adding another linebacker with starting experience at the Group of Five level would provide more stability to that position, as TCU will be leaning on Carroll, Short, reserve Michael Teason and a bunch of redshirt freshmen next season if things remain the same.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Jan. 2026
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His progress is similar to that of other freshmen given opportunities to produce immediately.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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And many of those apprentices — in skilled trades, electricians, laborers, carpenters — are already at work strengthening and building the physical foundations of our state.—
Sacramento Bee staff,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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The apprentices shopped for and wrapped hundreds of presents for the students.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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The inconsistent roster availability has led to up-and-down performances by the Magic even as different reserves such as rookies Noah Penda and Jase Richardson as well as third-year pros Anthony Black and Jett Howard have stepped up at times.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Jan. 2026
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These aren’t the young Rams of 2023, with 40 rookies in training camp and little idea of what to expect from the NFL.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Beginners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginners. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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