as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
our senator is just a freshman in Congress
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Recent Examples of freshman
For now, Deep Water Prep freshman athletes are relying on AAU to get exposure.
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Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
Krishna came to Kortney Kopchick, an environmental science teacher at his school, freshman year with a question.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
The development of Taylor A local product out of Loyola High, Taylor worked his way into the rotation last season as a true freshman.
—Gabriel Duarte, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
Reibe didn’t play nearly as much down the stretch of his freshman season at Connecticut.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
Krishna came to Kortney Kopchick, an environmental science teacher at his school, freshman year with a question.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
The development of Taylor A local product out of Loyola High, Taylor worked his way into the rotation last season as a true freshman.
—Gabriel Duarte, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
Reibe didn’t play nearly as much down the stretch of his freshman season at Connecticut.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freshman
Noun
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The simple controls and hints gallery are optimized for novices, while the advanced playing modes are better suited for seasoned players.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Though shaken, the novice nurse insists on finishing her shift.—
Jennifer Obel,
Twin Cities,
22 Apr. 2026
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The rookie then retired the next three batters, striking out Kyle Isbel to end it.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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The award goes to one Bears rookie and one veteran player who exemplifies the courage, loyalty, teamwork, dedication and sense of humor of the late Piccolo.—
Eileen T. Meslar,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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However, unlike the first movie, the upcoming film will revolve around arch enemies Kent and Luthor working together to defeat an even more dangerous villain, Brainiac, who will be played by newcomer Lars Eidinger.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
19 Apr. 2026
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The race to fill the Porter County Board of Commissioners District 2 seat held by Republican Barb Regnitz is contested on both sides of the aisle, with two experienced county officeholders competing for the Republican ticket and two political newcomers vying for the Democratic ticket.—
Shelley Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Instructor Jules led a beginner-friendly samba routine that included arm movements, swaying hips and traveling steps.—
Tamara Dunn,
Denver Post,
20 Apr. 2026
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This fun, beginner-friendly class teaches the fundamentals of Texas Hold’em, giving you the confidence to join a friendly game.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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During the Renaissance, master painters typically employed apprentices to work alongside them as the apprentices learned their craft.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
17 Apr. 2026
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Born in 1857 in Derry Township, Pennsylvania, Hershey took an interest in candy making at age 14 and spent four years as an apprentice at a place called Royer’s Ice Cream Parlor and Garden in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.—
David P. Willis,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Freshman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freshman. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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