as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
he's a newcomer to ice hockey
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Recent Examples of newcomer
Along with posing for photos together and with the new Elle cast — which sees newcomer Lexi Minetree taking over Witherspoon’s iconic role — the original stars also sat down for a conversation moderated by Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers.
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Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2026
The cruise attracts both newcomers and repeat attendees, Hubbs said.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
The film is only elevated by the two leads – newcomer da Costa and Molloy - who have amazing chemistry.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Set at the summer getaway of Camp Anawanna, the show is led first by newcomer Michael (Erik MacArthur) and later by the more sophisticated Ronnie (Blake Sennett) in season 2.
—Skyler Trepel, Entertainment Weekly, 20 June 2026
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Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2026
The cruise attracts both newcomers and repeat attendees, Hubbs said.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
The film is only elevated by the two leads – newcomer da Costa and Molloy - who have amazing chemistry.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Set at the summer getaway of Camp Anawanna, the show is led first by newcomer Michael (Erik MacArthur) and later by the more sophisticated Ronnie (Blake Sennett) in season 2.
—Skyler Trepel, Entertainment Weekly, 20 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomer
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This makes these spots good for young anglers and novices as well as those with mobility challenges.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
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Democrats in Maine, meanwhile, have nominated Graham Platner, a political novice whose grassroots campaign and brash communication style propelled him to a decisive victory over the state’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, who remained on the ballot but suspended her campaign in April.—
Charlie Hunt,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
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How to find Mercury on June 15 The Celestron NexStar 4SE is ideal for beginners wanting quality, reliable and quick views of the night sky.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
15 June 2026
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Most beginner DIYers should be able to handle this quick maintenance task.—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
15 June 2026
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Oklahoma’s bats remained scorching hot, racking up 12 hits - including five more home runs - and got a quality start from freshman Nick Wesloski.—
Hunter DeLauder,
AJC.com,
18 June 2026
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Graves made first team All-WCC and was named the league’s freshman and sixth man of the year.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Seventh-round rookie Gavin Gerhardt could vie for the backup center role, but Jurgens’ experience in the system gives him the initial nod.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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All six runs in the game came off homers, with Texas' Joc Pederson delivering a two-run shot in the third off rookie Mike Paredes.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Kieran, his young apprentice, is learning fast.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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In 1811, The Nottingham Review newspaper recorded what's believed to be the first historical mention of the fictitious Ludd character, described as a framework knitting apprentice near Leicester.—
Emma Bowman,
NPR,
19 June 2026
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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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