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also début
as in premiere
the first time an actor, musician, athlete, etc., does something in public or for the public
He made his singing debut at a very young age. She is making her television debut in the new sitcom.
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Recent Examples of debut
Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
In the dark The contents of the three-episode docuseries, which Barker saw in its entirety prior to its debut, surprised even him in some cases.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
Ari Stark, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
In May 2026, Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will debut Alaska voyages for the first time ever aboard its third and most recent superyacht, Luminara.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The annual event that raises funds to assist at-risk youth in Central Florida has raised nearly $5 million for the Magic’s foundation since its debut in 2019.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
In the dark The contents of the three-episode docuseries, which Barker saw in its entirety prior to its debut, surprised even him in some cases.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
Meet a new group of emerging designers who are joining New York Fashion Week to debut their fall 2026 collections.
—Ari Stark, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
In May 2026, Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will debut Alaska voyages for the first time ever aboard its third and most recent superyacht, Luminara.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for debut
Noun
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Since its premiere, Tell Me Lies has helped contribute to the recent resurgence of Y2K beauty trends, inspiring fans online to dig up their smudgy eyeliner pencils and frosted lipglosses.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
17 Feb. 2026
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Ko’s work in new music included collaboration with composers such as Roger Reynolds, Adam Zukerman, Douglas Osmun and Anqi Liu in the creation and premiere of new solo cello works.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Kottikollon does not envision guests arriving for an annual weeklong retreat only to return to daily life unchanged.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2026
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Until that day arrives, the Philadelphia rookie celebrated his first trip to this midseason showcase with two game-ending scores and an MVP trophy in the Rising Stars event.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Feb. 2026
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As scientists often find darkened teeth in ancient burials, other factors can contribute to a black appearance, notably the chewing of betel leaves.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
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And this is exactly what the actress has done in her latest appearance.—
Arancha Gamo,
Glamour,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Upscale wellness resorts advertised the idea that a guest could come and experience meditation and spiritual healing without having to sleep on a floor, abstain from alcohol, or take a vow of silence.—
Lilit Marcus,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Boston City Hall helped kick off Lunar New Year celebrations Sunday with dragon and lion dances, music and more, a celebration the city will continue with a number of events and activities to ring in the Year of the Horse over the coming weeks.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Without your bravery and persistence, this new day would not have dawned.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2026
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However, with so much at stake, the realization suddenly dawns.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2026
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After finishing third in the short program, Liu rose to the top of the medal podium while skating freely, ebulliently, inured to any pressure, performing with technical precision and bright artistry.—
Bora Erden,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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At some point, likely within the next two billion years, those temperatures will rise so high that our oceans will boil away; shortly after that, it’s expected that life on our planet will go completely extinct.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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Several new buildings emerged in the months after the chief minister reportedly received the report.—
ED DAVEY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
19 Feb. 2026
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With some of the young players emerging, perhaps that can change in the coming years, even if Norway never has as many stars as other hockey hotbeds.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Pizza Verde, a vegan pizza restaurant in west Fort Worth, is closed for Valentine’s Day after a fire broke out on the roof Friday night.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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After demonstrations broke out in Iran on December 28, 2025, following the collapse of the Iranian currency, the country’s regime responded in a deadly manner.—
Emily Chan,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2026
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