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as in novices
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
the kind of big story that can propel a cub reporter into the stratosphere of the newspaper world
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as in kids
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
assigned to teach a bunch of young cubs how to play baseball
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Recent Examples of cubs
The Uncertainty Factor for the Grizzly Bear Cubs FWP researcher Cecily Costello noted that the timing of the birth aligns with typical grizzly reproduction patterns, as females generally have their first cubs between ages five and six.
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Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
The cubs are believed to be her first since the move, and their arrival is being hailed as a meaningful conservation milestone.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2026
Video shows the mother bear peeking her head out from the den and then wriggling out of it, signaling for the cubs to follow her.
—Brooke Baitinger, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Experts caution that the cubs' survival is not guaranteed.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
The zoo’s program resulted in six cubs.
—Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2024
When the last group of National Zoo animals were returned to China, only two panda cubs remained in the United States at Zoo Atlanta.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Two lion cubs are out and about at the Phoenix Zoo.
—Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 13 Oct. 2024
The group, named Muldoon Area Trail Photos and Videos, also features light-hearted moments such as two brown bear cubs standing on their hind legs and enthusiastically rubbing their backs against either side of a tree to mark it.
—CBS News, 12 Oct. 2024
Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
The cubs are believed to be her first since the move, and their arrival is being hailed as a meaningful conservation milestone.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2026
Video shows the mother bear peeking her head out from the den and then wriggling out of it, signaling for the cubs to follow her.
—Brooke Baitinger, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
Experts caution that the cubs' survival is not guaranteed.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
The zoo’s program resulted in six cubs.
—Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2024
When the last group of National Zoo animals were returned to China, only two panda cubs remained in the United States at Zoo Atlanta.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Two lion cubs are out and about at the Phoenix Zoo.
—Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 13 Oct. 2024
The group, named Muldoon Area Trail Photos and Videos, also features light-hearted moments such as two brown bear cubs standing on their hind legs and enthusiastically rubbing their backs against either side of a tree to mark it.
—CBS News, 12 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cubs
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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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The team's six seniors took the stage in front of a mix of adults and young kids.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Once their kids were in school, moms seemed to be allowed a gradual ascent back into the warmth and light of personhood.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
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 addition to two videos featuring children, Biel also shared a third clip showing the technique used on a dog.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Namira’s mother often asks her children to copy-edit her e-mails.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Group of beginners, hobbyists and professionals who like to take and share photos.—
Staff Report,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Apr. 2026
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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
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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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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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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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“Cubs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cubs. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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