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
However, Origin may be overkill for beginners or anyone looking for a basic budgeting app with a minimal interface.
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Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Replit has broad reach across beginners, educators and enterprises alike.
—Rebecca Fannin, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Pitch & Putt A round at The Clutch is a hole-in-one for golfers of all skill levels, from advanced players to beginners.
—South Seas, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Denver Golf offers a First Tee junior golf program (for kids as young as 4); two Learn and Play packages for beginners and intermediate golfers; Practice and Play passes for range balls, 9-hole and par 3 rounds; plus Friends and Family passes for mini-golf and par 3 rounds.
—Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
All instruction is geared toward beginners, so no prior knowledge is required.
—New Atlas, 14 May 2026
These recipes are great for beginners learning how to cook chicken in a skillet, or for the more experienced chefs looking for new recipes to add to their weekly dinner rotation.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Group of beginners, hobbyists and professionals who like to take and share photos.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2026
Though flowers have a reputation for being a bit picky and difficult to grow, there are actually several varieties that are great for beginners.
—Jenny Krane, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Replit has broad reach across beginners, educators and enterprises alike.
—Rebecca Fannin, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Pitch & Putt A round at The Clutch is a hole-in-one for golfers of all skill levels, from advanced players to beginners.
—South Seas, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Denver Golf offers a First Tee junior golf program (for kids as young as 4); two Learn and Play packages for beginners and intermediate golfers; Practice and Play passes for range balls, 9-hole and par 3 rounds; plus Friends and Family passes for mini-golf and par 3 rounds.
—Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
All instruction is geared toward beginners, so no prior knowledge is required.
—New Atlas, 14 May 2026
These recipes are great for beginners learning how to cook chicken in a skillet, or for the more experienced chefs looking for new recipes to add to their weekly dinner rotation.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Group of beginners, hobbyists and professionals who like to take and share photos.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2026
Though flowers have a reputation for being a bit picky and difficult to grow, there are actually several varieties that are great for beginners.
—Jenny Krane, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginners
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Game after game, stadiums were filled to capacity, packed not only with tourists and die-hard fans but also with soccer novices who came out of curiosity and because tickets were relatively affordable, according to soccer historians.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
9 May 2026
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Both of the Broadway novices are proudly bearing souvenirs of other passion projects.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Staff is super attentive and happy to break down the menu to newcomers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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After the game, roughly half of the Inter Miami players, mostly newcomers and younger players, went over toward the North stands, applauded and paid tribute to La Familia.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
18 May 2026
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A lot of the other seniors on this team were on varsity or JV as freshmen that year.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The women’s team looks to have mostly transfers while the men’s team will feature eight freshmen.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets construction apprentices during a visit to London South Bank Technical College on May 12, 2026 in London, England.—
Frank Andrews,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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Arthur Bryant’s and Gates Bar-B-Q, whose origins can be traced back to Henry Perry through his apprentices decades ago.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
4 May 2026
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Last week, the mailbag named Hall, cornerback DeVonta Smith and offensive lineman Isaia Glass as the three undrafted rookies with the best shots at the 53-man roster.—
Mike Kaye
Updated May 20,
Charlotte Observer,
20 May 2026
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There’s a collection of experienced players who will be paired with NFL veterans likely getting their last legitimate chance to become NFL starters, if not contributors, and rookies looking to make a name for themselves.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
18 May 2026
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“Beginners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginners. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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