FLEDGLINGS Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

fledglings

noun

plural of fledgling

as in novices

a person who is just starting out in a field of activity at hockey he's still a fledgling and needs to work on his basic skating skills

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Recent Examples of fledglings The fledglings of the bird, which is native to New Zealand, were bred this year. — Adela Suliman, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2026 Northern cardinals may flirt over lunch, with a male passing a choice bite to a female, while fledglings flap, gape and beg their parents for a snack. — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026 The episode’s break from format puts the audience literally inside Lestat’s head as he’s confronted by his makers and his fledglings, with exception to Claudia. — Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 While most small backyard birds build nests out of reach of dogs, the noise and activity of your family pet playing outside is unnerving for nesting birds, so keep them away until the fledglings leave the nest if possible. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 6 June 2026 Keeping pets indoors or supervised during nesting season can also help protect eggs and fledglings. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 The video also advises residents not to approach or touch owl fledglings and to keep pets and children away to avoid stressing the bird. — Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026 In fact, officials say Sacramento State's trees have successfully reared many fledglings in the past. — Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026

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Noun

The sizable number of offerings in every box can help bean novices get acquainted with new products and strengthen their bond with favorites.

— Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Sep. 2026
Despite being an expert in her craft, Godshalk communicated the principles of floral design to her students in a way that was easy for novices to digest.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of novices

Noun

This arm-knitting technique is especially appealing for beginners, and the resulting oversized texture will look warm and welcoming draped over a sofa or chair.

— Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026
Bam Bird Social aims to be a welcoming space for both beginners and longtime players.

— Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of beginners

Noun

Beyond laboratory research, US officials intend to use the equipment as a training ground for apprentices and university recruits, helping train the next generation of weapons-control specialists.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Sep. 2026
The bank did not disclose how many apprentices will be placed in Charlotte or other regions.

— Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of apprentices

Noun

The other underclassmen Hurley was referring to in the top nine would presumably be sophomore star Braylon Mullins and freshmen Colben Landrew and Junior County, who are both expected to make immediate contributions.

— Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Exactly 39 years after the debut of the iconic sitcom, a new sequel series hit Netflix on Thursday, blending a bunch of the beloved returning characters with a fresh class of freshmen.

— Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of freshmen

Noun

In addition to familiar faces from Season 1, he’ll be joined by series newcomers Tommy Lee Jones and Betty Gilpin, who respectively play his estranged father and a public defender who enters his orbit.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2026
Many newcomers moved to Florida during the pandemic, with some seeking the state’s less restrictive COVID-19 policies and many registering as Republicans.

— Liv Coleman, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of newcomers

Noun

Introducing Debut Patches to rookies and producing RPDA cards was a no-brainer.

— Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
Enter first-year head coach Jeff Hafley, play-caller Bobby Slowik, quarterback Malik Willis and a young receiver trio that includes rookies Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2026

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