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
Today, a growing number of healing centers and therapists help newbies try out the substances.
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Frederick Dreier, Outside, 22 Jan. 2026
Models on the runway ran the gamut — from veterans like Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio to newbies like Barbie Ferreira and Angel Reese.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
That includes six newbies to the event.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2026
The newbies from within MLS are forward Tomas Chancalay from New England, goalkeeper Drake Callender from Charlotte and midfielder Peter Stroud from New York Red Bulls.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2026
Poles are not a must for newbies, and most kids do their first lesson without them.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2026
The most common mistake for clay-court newbies, Echevarria said, is sliding after the shot, which wastes time, rather than sliding into the shot.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 13 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
Frederick Dreier, Outside, 22 Jan. 2026
Models on the runway ran the gamut — from veterans like Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio to newbies like Barbie Ferreira and Angel Reese.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
That includes six newbies to the event.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2026
The newbies from within MLS are forward Tomas Chancalay from New England, goalkeeper Drake Callender from Charlotte and midfielder Peter Stroud from New York Red Bulls.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2026
Poles are not a must for newbies, and most kids do their first lesson without them.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2026
The most common mistake for clay-court newbies, Echevarria said, is sliding after the shot, which wastes time, rather than sliding into the shot.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 13 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newbies
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For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Both novices and longboarders hold high regard for this surfing mecca on account of its enticing long breakers, which provide hours of great wave riding.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Jan. 2026
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There’s an equestrian centre for experienced riders and beginners alike, and the option to do the most touristy of all activities, camel riding in the dunes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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Nearby Kissing Bridge Ski Area features over 20 miles of downhill trails for beginners, experts, and parkgoers alike.—
Brian Higgins,
Outside,
28 Jan. 2026
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At the film’s center are the lovably gruff duo Flic and Minna, played with precision and stiff-upper-lipped hilarity by newcomers Marni Duggan and Galaxie Clear respectively.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2026
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With that in mind, our 10 favorite serum foundations—from heritage labels like Chanel to clean beauty cult-favorites and indie newcomers like Outside—In—for that your skin-but-better look, backed by the pros and Vogue beauty editors.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2026
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The 5-foot-9 Brown showed why she’s considered one of the best freshmen in the nation.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2026
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Bringing seven transfers and two freshmen into the fold – so far – provides Chesney the opportunity to mix and match entering the spring; finding the best possible group to run with for the season opener in Berkeley against Cal.—
Benjamin Royer,
Daily News,
23 Jan. 2026
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Hathaway and Adenot are both spaceflight rookies headed to orbit for the first time.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Many of these returning medalists are favorites to make the podium once again, but plenty of Olympic rookies are in position to do so as well.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Uplands annually hires seasonal cheesemaking apprentices because the farm only makes cheese while its cows are on pasture, from May through November, owner Andy Hatch said.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
16 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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