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Recent Examples of learner
But perhaps the joke is a good reminder that training in itself can’t overcome natural deficits in the learner.
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Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026
However, the Commonwealth said that the defendant and victim had a conversation about the victim potentially receiving his learner’s permit after his birthday.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Contributing Writer Eben is a teacher, language learner, and writer based in Seattle.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
Executive function skills also help a learner filter distraction, which is something many teachers and families see as a challenge for today’s learners.
—Mary Jean Tecce Decarlo, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
After reviewing the city’s camera system, police learned that Butler, who had a learner’s permit issued out of New York, was actually driving the Benz, the warrant affidavit said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
Because of this, Red Rocks Community College — with campuses in Arvada and Lakewood — is investing in its adult learner population, degree-seekers often overlooked in traditional higher education settings.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
The thing is, Amodei is a fast learner.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 Mar. 2026
As a dedicated online learner, Fajardo Perdomo consistently demonstrates an exceptional level of responsibility and a profound commitment to her academic growth.
—Darla Rivera, Oklahoman, 2 Mar. 2026
Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026
However, the Commonwealth said that the defendant and victim had a conversation about the victim potentially receiving his learner’s permit after his birthday.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Contributing Writer Eben is a teacher, language learner, and writer based in Seattle.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
Executive function skills also help a learner filter distraction, which is something many teachers and families see as a challenge for today’s learners.
—Mary Jean Tecce Decarlo, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
After reviewing the city’s camera system, police learned that Butler, who had a learner’s permit issued out of New York, was actually driving the Benz, the warrant affidavit said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
Because of this, Red Rocks Community College — with campuses in Arvada and Lakewood — is investing in its adult learner population, degree-seekers often overlooked in traditional higher education settings.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
The thing is, Amodei is a fast learner.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 Mar. 2026
As a dedicated online learner, Fajardo Perdomo consistently demonstrates an exceptional level of responsibility and a profound commitment to her academic growth.
—Darla Rivera, Oklahoman, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for learner
Noun
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Real Madrid are at war with each other and are being coached by a novice.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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During the ceremony, Gabi also took part in purification rituals traditionally reserved for novice monks.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Take the case of Luca Reggiani, a kid from Modena, developed by Sassuolo, poached by Borussia Dortmund.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Vrabel also has two kids with his wife of 27 years.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
Noun
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How to observe nebulas There are many types of nebulas, and most disappoint the beginner.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Plus the town is less than a half-hour north of Afton Alps, a beloved Minnesota ski resort with 18 lifts and 50 runs, covering beginner, intermediate, and advanced terrain.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There’s also category newcomer Kevin Hart, whose Funny AF crowned its inaugural winner this week.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
10 May 2026
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Proctor bragged about properly hydrating himself before practice, which is something past and present Dolphins coaches and trainers annually lecture the newcomers about to avoid dehydration, and the use of intravenous fluids.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
10 May 2026
Noun
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Flagg and Jordan are the only two rookies to record multiple games of at least 45 points since the NBA-ABA merger in 1976-77.—
Schuyler Dixon,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Cincinnati rookie Frank Robinson hit the first home run of his 586 lifetime homers in a 9-1 win over Chicago.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In South Shore League play, freshman Derrick O’Neal drove in the game-winning RBI with his first career varsity hit, as Abington overcame an eight-run deficit in the seventh inning to knock off Carver in extras, 12-10.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
8 May 2026
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One in eight freshmen at UC San Diego requires special remedial math classes just to catch up.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Dawkins and right tackle Spencer Brown suffered injuries that sidelined them in Pittsburgh, forcing greenhorns Ryan Vandemark and Alec Anderson into service against T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2026
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Finally, and very importantly for the greenhorns among us: What’s your tip for getting rid of soreness after a ride?—
Samantha Dunn,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Learner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/learner. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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