as in novices
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 freshmen
To mark the start of Plebe Summer, approximately 1,200 plebes, or freshmen in the Class of 2029 take part in Induction Day which involves In-processing, medical exams, uniform fittings, haircuts, and learning to salute.
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Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Their lineup includes senior Emilie Lew, senior twins Polina and Sasha Briggs, sophomore Julia Cross and two strong freshmen.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
The Horned Frogs were able to get a number of promising freshmen into the game against North Carolina, and there should be an opportunity to do the same against Abilene Christian.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Sep. 2025
Anders is one of eight freshmen LaPorte and top recruiter Matt Hall brought in this year.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
Kylee Keith, 11th grade, Westmoreland High School Kylee is a junior who goes above and beyond to support the freshmen.
—Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Sep. 2025
Among front seven freshmen defenders, Cristobal told Rose that defensive tackle Donta Simpson (20 snaps), edge player Herbert Scroggins (15 snaps) and linebacker Kellen Wiley (nine snaps) played well.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2025
The freshmen from Cleveland had nine carries for 108 yards and a touchdown.
—Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
But weeks later, as Biden was being sworn into office, Cawthorn would be one of 17 freshmen who wrote to Biden congratulating him on his election and asking for bipartisanship.
—Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025
Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Their lineup includes senior Emilie Lew, senior twins Polina and Sasha Briggs, sophomore Julia Cross and two strong freshmen.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
The Horned Frogs were able to get a number of promising freshmen into the game against North Carolina, and there should be an opportunity to do the same against Abilene Christian.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Sep. 2025
Anders is one of eight freshmen LaPorte and top recruiter Matt Hall brought in this year.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
Kylee Keith, 11th grade, Westmoreland High School Kylee is a junior who goes above and beyond to support the freshmen.
—Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Sep. 2025
Among front seven freshmen defenders, Cristobal told Rose that defensive tackle Donta Simpson (20 snaps), edge player Herbert Scroggins (15 snaps) and linebacker Kellen Wiley (nine snaps) played well.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2025
The freshmen from Cleveland had nine carries for 108 yards and a touchdown.
—Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
But weeks later, as Biden was being sworn into office, Cawthorn would be one of 17 freshmen who wrote to Biden congratulating him on his election and asking for bipartisanship.
—Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for freshmen
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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,
11 Sep. 2025
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Instructors are on hand to teach novices.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
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But even the latest from one of the most exciting newcomers in pop can’t outpace what has turned out to be one of the biggest breakout hits of 2025.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers will be one of its newcomers after signing a three-year deal with the league in April.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
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Admire the sparkling water and salt marshes on courses designed by top architects for everyone from beginners to avid enthusiasts.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Resembling a minnow near the surface of the water, these rental boats come with easy instructions for beginners who are unfamiliar with how to operate the canal’s lock system along the way.—
Jason Mastrodonato,
Mercury News,
7 Sep. 2025
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Take this season’s inaugural Coach campaign, in which the brand starred five rookies -– Paige Bueckers, Hailey Van Lith, Aneesah Morrow, Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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Typically, rookies take time to adjust and improve as the season goes on.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Managers worry that apprentices may miss the chance to learn institutional best practices with each project outsourced.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Sep. 2025
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Ritter says the company starts to see a return on investment in its apprentices by Year 3.—
Andy Tonsing,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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In January, dozens of Ultra-Orthodox recruits joined the military’s new Hasmonean Brigade.—
Amelie Botbol,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Training scenarios include domestic violence, shootings and medical emergencies, pushing recruits to manage chaos in real time while juggling multiple screens, radios and conversations.—
Jason Truppi,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Freshmen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freshmen. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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