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learners

noun

plural of learner
as in kids

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  1. kids
  2. newcomers
  3. beginners
  4. novices
  5. freshmen
Noun
  • That’s because the Hoosier state has opted into the new federal program that allows donor money to fund scholarships — for private school or any number of other educational expenses, like tutoring — for low-income kids.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • New this year is Queer Family, dedicated to kids and their families, with a focus on culturally enriching independent films that explore themes of inclusion and identity.
    — Ed Meza, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of kids
Noun
  • Companies that invest in those enduring advantages will find that their moat remains deeper than many newcomers expect.
    — Srinivas Velamoor, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
  • All three newcomers have great reviews and could exceed expectations with positive word-of-mouth.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of newcomers
Noun
  • Start with these six moves To put that approach into practice, Torres recommends these six exercises, which can be adapted for beginners and experienced lifters alike.
    — Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Playa Guiones is one of the most consistent beach breaks on the planet, and there are dozens of surf schools, camps, and a variety of waves for beginners to experts.
    — Brent Rose, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of beginners
Noun
  • 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
  • At that time, people overtraded and treated the market like a casino, as novices began participating more frequently.
    — David Capablanca, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of novices
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
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“Learners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/learners. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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