as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
a newbie to woodworking, he was still trying to learn all the terms and techniques of the craft
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Recent Examples of newbie
Moda Operandi Luxury retailer Moda Operandi is a relative newbie, having landed in 2010.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026
Anyone who has a green thumb—or even newbies who are willing to try—will appreciate this indoor hydroponic growing system that accommodates herbs, vegetables, fruits, and even some flowers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Dec. 2025
Lucky for cast-iron newbies, most skillets sold these days come pre-seasoned.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2025
Creatives and creators will love CoLabCrafts, which celebrates local craftspeople by selling their work, as well as hosting workshops for newbies who want to learn various artistic pursuits.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Dec. 2025
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026
Anyone who has a green thumb—or even newbies who are willing to try—will appreciate this indoor hydroponic growing system that accommodates herbs, vegetables, fruits, and even some flowers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Dec. 2025
Lucky for cast-iron newbies, most skillets sold these days come pre-seasoned.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2025
Creatives and creators will love CoLabCrafts, which celebrates local craftspeople by selling their work, as well as hosting workshops for newbies who want to learn various artistic pursuits.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newbie
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Chan began as a singles skater and switched to pairs, partnering with Mitrofanov at the novice level.—
Alice Park,
Time,
12 Jan. 2026
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But the harder the novice looks — and the greater the chaos inside them longing for order, even of a diabolical nature — the more clearly the horror will appear.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
9 Jan. 2026
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The point is, vinyasa beginners and yogi pros alike can benefit from having a guide to what to wear to yoga class.—
Anna Moeslein,
Glamour,
13 Jan. 2026
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Las Coladas Trail is a fan favorite, allowing hikers to walk across ancient lava flows on a beginner-friendly hike (roughly a mile round trip).—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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Several Icons work alongside newcomers, assisting with citizenship applications and teaching music and language classes that preserve their community's cultural heritage.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Morgan Stanley currently doesn't crack the top-10 list of ETF issuers, according to data compiled by Bloomberg Intelligence, and commands fewer assets in the space than newcomers such as Neos Investments, which got its start in 2022.—
Vildana Hajric Bloomberg,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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McMillan did not surpass the 100-yard rushing mark in any of the remaining games in his rookie season.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Kings rookie and former Stanford star Maxime Raynaud had eight points and seven rebounds while playing in front of many friends.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Yorath enjoyed a glittering playing career after joining Leeds as a teenage apprentice, appearing 198 times for the club and playing in the European Cup, FA Cup, and European Cup Winners’ Cup finals.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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And many of those apprentices — in skilled trades, electricians, laborers, carpenters — are already at work strengthening and building the physical foundations of our state.—
Sacramento Bee staff,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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His strength on defense was particularly impressive for a freshman, as TCU big men Xavier Edmonds and David Punch struggled to create good looks inside the lane thanks in large part to the defense of Peat.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Jan. 2026
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Fellow true freshman Joshua Moore should be in line for a bigger role next season as well.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Newbie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newbie. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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