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also débuts
as in premieres
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 debuts
Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
While the industry recalibrated after last season’s wave of creative director debuts, this Fall/Winter cycle revealed a more measured and more concentrated landscape of influence.
—Amy Francombe, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2026
A lot of people in this cast are making their Broadway debuts.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 24 Mar. 2026
The special debuts on Disney+ and Hulu on Tuesday, March 24.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Making company debuts are soprano Madison Leonard as Gilda, Argentinian-American tenor José Simerilla Romero as the Duke, bass Peixin Chen as paid assassin Sparafucile and Tijuana-based mezzo-soprano Guadalupe Paz as Sparafucile’s sister, Maddalena.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The first away game for the Legacy also marked several player debuts, including Amanda Gutierres, Laurel Ansbrow, and Massachusetts own Sammy Smith.
—Riley Rourke, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
Sophia Wilson and Marie Muller made their Providence Park season debuts in the ensuing minute.
—ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
Two conductors getting a good deal of attention lately make their debuts.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Noun
In May, Salina Rooftop debuts as the region’s only rooftop bar, highlighting Southern Italian spirit through coastal cocktails and small plates inspired by the nearby Salinas River.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
While the industry recalibrated after last season’s wave of creative director debuts, this Fall/Winter cycle revealed a more measured and more concentrated landscape of influence.
—Amy Francombe, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2026
A lot of people in this cast are making their Broadway debuts.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 24 Mar. 2026
The special debuts on Disney+ and Hulu on Tuesday, March 24.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Making company debuts are soprano Madison Leonard as Gilda, Argentinian-American tenor José Simerilla Romero as the Duke, bass Peixin Chen as paid assassin Sparafucile and Tijuana-based mezzo-soprano Guadalupe Paz as Sparafucile’s sister, Maddalena.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The first away game for the Legacy also marked several player debuts, including Amanda Gutierres, Laurel Ansbrow, and Massachusetts own Sammy Smith.
—Riley Rourke, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
Sophia Wilson and Marie Muller made their Providence Park season debuts in the ensuing minute.
—ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
Two conductors getting a good deal of attention lately make their debuts.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for debuts
Noun
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The former couple attended a variety of events together, from races to movie premieres and charity galas—including the premiere of Pixar’s Cars 2 in 2011.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
3 Feb. 2026
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Glasgow Film Festival has unveiled the full lineup for its 22nd edition this year, which will showcase 16 world, European and international premieres and 68 UK premieres, including the world premiere of Molly Vs The Machines from director Marc Silver.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Her sister, Jasmine (Jasmine Ashanti), a wild card auntie, arrives with wine and a saucily uncooperative attitude.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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The paper arrives at a moment when many Americans fear for the future of Social Security.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Oklahoma State had lost in the first round in its last two March Madness appearances.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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The Phillies want to keep their postseason run going — four straight appearances headed into 2026 — and have locked up all veteran members of their staff to long-term deals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Mullin comes into office at a time when public support for the president’s immigration agenda has fallen after a year of high-profile operations in multiple American cities.—
Rebecca Santana,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Mar. 2026
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And with that comes flat tires, alignment issues, bent suspension and other problems from drivers hitting potholes.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The case emerges amid growing concerns that China continues to find ways to obtain cutting-edge AI chips despite US export controls.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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As the two overlap this month, pothole season emerges.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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When the mercury rises, your entire body is forced to work much harder than normal, which can affect performance and health; this summer’s series of heat waves has led to numerous deaths among athletes.—
Brad Stulberg,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Niger River rises from its source in the Republic of Guinea and arcs north into Mali, then bends south through Niger and northern Nigeria.—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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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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His talent dawns slowly even on experts.—
Adam Kilgore,
Washington Post,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Occasionally, an argument breaks out about who ate the last slice of baloney in the refrigerator.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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Episode 2 starts with another flashback to young Nolan’s life on Viltrum when the Scourge Virus breaks out.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Debuts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/debuts. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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