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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
And Imara and Tamu, are a pair of lion cubs.
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Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Feb. 2026
In most encounters between bears and people, the bears are typically trying to defend their food, cubs or space.
—Sacbee.com, 25 Feb. 2026
The center does its best to care for the cubs, but some don't make it.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 23 Feb. 2026
In Chile’s famous Torres Del Paine National Park, a mother puma with her two cubs in tow attacks a guanaco.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 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
Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Feb. 2026
In most encounters between bears and people, the bears are typically trying to defend their food, cubs or space.
—Sacbee.com, 25 Feb. 2026
The center does its best to care for the cubs, but some don't make it.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 23 Feb. 2026
In Chile’s famous Torres Del Paine National Park, a mother puma with her two cubs in tow attacks a guanaco.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 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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None of the skiers killed by the avalanche appear to have been novices.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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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,
27 Feb. 2026
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These hydrocolloid gel bandages seal the blister and provide cushioning against further friction, which will get your kids back in the mood to meet Minnie Mouse super fast.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
6 Mar. 2026
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For homes with pets and kids, this machine-washable throw is a smart pick; simply lay the blanket flat to dry and shake it out to restore its fluffiness.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 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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Spiro grew up privileged in London, one of four children of Glenn Spiro, a prominent jeweler who counts Jay-Z as a client and pal.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Human rights groups have reported that more than 1,000 people have been killed by US-Israeli strikes since Saturday, including children.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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For beginners, there are four miles of novice trails and three miles of paved trail.—
Taylor Haught,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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Group of beginners, hobbyists and professionals who enjoy taking and sharing photos.—
Staff Report,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Mar. 2026
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Younger drivers rise Last season featured a breakout cast of rookies who now have a chance to take things to the next level.—
Sahil Kapur,
NBC news,
4 Mar. 2026
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In 2025, Dollander did all the things rookies often do at Coors Field.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
3 Mar. 2026
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Policies requiring freshmen to live in dorms or banning children from campus can make going to college as a parent incredibly difficult and, at times, impossible.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Mar. 2026
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As freshmen, this group was 16-9, eliminated in the conference quarterfinals, and carried that sting ever since, winning 85 of the last 92, reaching the Final Four the last two seasons.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
5 Mar. 2026
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Other newcomers in the cast include Olivia Rose Keegan, Savannah Lee Nassif, Cameron Scott Roberts, Sydney Park, Gregg Wayans, Ruby Snowber, and Benny Zielke.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
2 Mar. 2026
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Pazos, Grom and Gracey questioned whether the hotel would raise security issues as a result of newcomers driving into the community, noting the presence of a preschool near the plaza.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Cubs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cubs. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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