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as in newcomer
a person who has recently been persuaded to join a religious sect
neophytes are assigned an experienced church member to guide them through their first year
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as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
a neophyte in snowboarding
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Recent Examples of neophyte
And this also happens to be the day that the trauma center welcomes a new class of interns and residents, filling the ER with wide-eyed neophytes like Wyle’s John Carter was in the pilot for ER.
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Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2025
But there also likely is the need for more than a neophyte such as Isaiah Stevens.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Dec. 2024
The otherworldly neophyte never shied away from dominating the game, knocking down 16-of-31 field goals, including 6-of-16 shooting from downtown.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
This storyline would explain why her return to the company was highlighted on the smaller (and recently canceled) Rampage instead of Dynamite, as the promotion may want to position her as someone who has forgotten her past two years in AEW, effectively starting over as a neophyte.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2025
But there also likely is the need for more than a neophyte such as Isaiah Stevens.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Dec. 2024
The otherworldly neophyte never shied away from dominating the game, knocking down 16-of-31 field goals, including 6-of-16 shooting from downtown.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
This storyline would explain why her return to the company was highlighted on the smaller (and recently canceled) Rampage instead of Dynamite, as the promotion may want to position her as someone who has forgotten her past two years in AEW, effectively starting over as a neophyte.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for neophyte
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Like Washington’s newcomers, Connecticut took Morrow (seventh) and Rivers (eighth) via back-to-back draft picks.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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Created by Lion Shield, a three-man development team based in Oregon, this accessible strategy game combines resource management, urban planning and light-defense mechanics, offering a relaxing, yet engaging, experience that appeals to newcomers and fans of the genre.—
Jason Bennett,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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But former employees said the organization contributed hundreds of millions of dollars toward promoting novice teachers.—
Arthur Jones II,
ABC News,
6 May 2025
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Plus, its Smart Connect button and auto-protocol selection simplify the setup, even for VPN novices.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
5 May 2025
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The Richardson, Texas, native stepped into the Huskies’ basketball facility with expectations similar to those on Stephon Castle, Dan Hurley’s first McDonald’s All-American recruit who helped win a national championship before being picked fourth overall and winning NBA Rookie of the Year.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
11 May 2025
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Sacramento State for decades has lost interested recruits to other schools that had a superior basketball venue.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
11 May 2025
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Take full advantage of the tax code and set yourself up for success with these five small-business tax tips for beginners.—
Vlad Rusz,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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More than 30 coin dealers will have high quality coins for the beginner to advanced collectors.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2025
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Photo: Getty Images Each winter, Wright and his apprentices would caravan from Spring Green to Scottsdale to continue their work in warmer weather.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2025
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On her journey, Gerda makes friends with people, birds, beasts, and a kind witch, unaware that a hostile, unseen enemy – the Snow Queen and her devil apprentice, Louie – is watching her.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
7 May 2025
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Gardiner fit in on the top line perfectly, putting together an excellent rookie season bested only in points by Sarah Fillier.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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On Friday, the Padres faced rookie Logan Evans, who was making his fourth start.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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One of the best freshmen in Southern California, Ayala went 7-3 with a 0.82 ERA in helping the Cougars win 12 of their last 13 games.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2025
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Bryce Underwood, the hyped freshman who’s vying for the top spot in Ann Arbor, could stand to have his coach alongside, especially if the Wolverines’ visit is selected to kick off under the lights.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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“Neophyte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neophyte. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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