as in novices
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 newbies
Silver Nova’s crew is a mix of longtime Silversea employees jumping to a different fleet ship to newbies from countries like Zimbabwe and Ghana.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Volunteer Jane Gilbert recommends newbies check the site to make sure the Sunday practice isn’t preempted by a special event.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Best Gift for Breastfeeding Parents Nursing newbies can begin breastfeeding equipped with the essentials to ensure a smooth start.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
In 2024, Carlsen co-founded Freestyle Chess, a tournament circuit designed to be a bit more TV-friendly for beginners and with a unique format and point system to keep chess newbies engaged.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Even with the incomparable Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs are newbies.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2026
Could this be an attempt to draw in new drinkers with something sweeter and perhaps more palatable to newbies as the whiskey market softens?
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
The term includes everyone from star kids to newbies with limited means.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
That’s a common enough strategy for newbies trying to signal seriousness in a crowded field.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Volunteer Jane Gilbert recommends newbies check the site to make sure the Sunday practice isn’t preempted by a special event.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Best Gift for Breastfeeding Parents Nursing newbies can begin breastfeeding equipped with the essentials to ensure a smooth start.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
In 2024, Carlsen co-founded Freestyle Chess, a tournament circuit designed to be a bit more TV-friendly for beginners and with a unique format and point system to keep chess newbies engaged.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Even with the incomparable Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs are newbies.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2026
Could this be an attempt to draw in new drinkers with something sweeter and perhaps more palatable to newbies as the whiskey market softens?
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
The term includes everyone from star kids to newbies with limited means.
—Taran Khan, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
That’s a common enough strategy for newbies trying to signal seriousness in a crowded field.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newbies
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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
Noun
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Group of beginners, hobbyists and professionals who like to take and share photos.—
Staff Report,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Apr. 2026
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Although the dispensary does sell some low-potency products meant for beginners or microdosing, the focus here is on full-strength THC products, including cannabis flower, vapes, beverages and edibles.—
Jess Fleming,
Twin Cities,
15 Apr. 2026
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More than 200 restaurant locations — including 16 newcomers to the event — are participating in the springtime promotion sponsored by the Golden Gate Restaurant Association.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Panarin scored the game’s only goal, one of two newcomers that buoyed the Kings on Saturday.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The unit also added transfer Jailen Duffie and freshmen Elijah Keys and Amarion Queen.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Apr. 2026
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But that does not mean other freshmen won’t see the field.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
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In 2019, the height of the rebuild, the Dolphins, who finished 5-11, started five rookies — wide receiver Preston Williams, guards Deiter and Shaq Calhoun, defensive end Wilkins and cornerback Nik Needham.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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The new collective bargaining agreement that was ratified last month gave huge pay raises to rookies.—
Briauna Brown,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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During the Renaissance, master painters typically employed apprentices to work alongside them as the apprentices learned their craft.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
17 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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