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as in newcomers
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 novices
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
a neophyte in snowboarding
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Recent Examples of neophytes
But that sonic democratization is a large part of Suno’s allure for neophytes, who welcome the opportunity to have AI do most — or all — of the work for them, almost instantaneously.
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George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
For its candidates in each of Hungary's 106 individual voting constituencies, Tisza has largely drawn on political neophytes locally active as entrepreneurs, doctors, economists, educators and other professionals.
—Arkansas Online, 16 Feb. 2026
Heartland churchgoers, urban sophisticates, football neophytes—everyone got swept up in his will to win.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 8 Feb. 2026
The horse's body is formed by four bright stars — the famous Great Square — one of the easiest star patterns for astronomy neophytes to trace out.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 16 Nov. 2025
The former played the role of cynosure for the neophytes of the new high society, the latter remaining the bastion of genteel estates and social exclusivity.
—JSTOR Daily, 18 Oct. 2025
George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
For its candidates in each of Hungary's 106 individual voting constituencies, Tisza has largely drawn on political neophytes locally active as entrepreneurs, doctors, economists, educators and other professionals.
—Arkansas Online, 16 Feb. 2026
Heartland churchgoers, urban sophisticates, football neophytes—everyone got swept up in his will to win.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 8 Feb. 2026
The horse's body is formed by four bright stars — the famous Great Square — one of the easiest star patterns for astronomy neophytes to trace out.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 16 Nov. 2025
The former played the role of cynosure for the neophytes of the new high society, the latter remaining the bastion of genteel estates and social exclusivity.
—JSTOR Daily, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for neophytes
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Three other major candidates, all political newcomers, say an outsider is needed to shake up the status quo.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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For Kauffman newcomers, say international fans, the KC2026 transportation system could be an answer.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
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In contrast, a study led by Active Site, a research nonprofit that studies the use of AI in synthetic biology, found that AI help did not lead to significant differences in the ability of novices to complete the complex workflow to produce a virus in a biosafety laboratory.—
Stephen D. Turner,
The Conversation,
9 Apr. 2026
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The beginners class is for novices 18 and older who want instruction and practice combined with play, according to the Dundee Township Park District website.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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Mamdani also touted his work with the Department of Correction and committed to providing additional resources while delivering remarks to graduating recruits.—
Christina Fan,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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His recruits include an opera singer and a zoo director.—
Isaac Stanley-Becker,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2026
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Dermatologists say beginners need far fewer products than social media suggests — and the right basics can deliver real results.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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This advanced beginners class is for players with some knowledge of the game who are working on hitting the ball consistently.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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Junior Breya Cunningham was UT's starting center, but Lovisa Asbrink Hose is coming off a redshirt season and both Brihanna Crittendon and Joyce Isime Etute will be incoming freshmen.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Apr. 2026
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Botma, an Oakland recruit, has seen that in action as Powell helps set the tone for a team with eight freshmen.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Some of the kinder ones would give a Christmas tip if the apprentices did a good job cleaning their boots but others, basking in the new money of the Premier League, preferred to peacock.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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According to accounts by the architect’s apprentices, the design came together in a matter of hours.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
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Especially with three rookies as significant contributors.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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Crawford should be a strong candidate for MVP, while Jutting has been one of the league’s best rookies.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Neophytes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neophytes. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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