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
Over six seasons, the show racked up awards, critical praise, and a devoted fan base who couldn’t get enough of 3rd Rock’s eccentric ensemble — both legendary actors and talented newcomers.
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Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 30 May 2026
Nursing his beer, the newcomer glanced around the room.
—Zoë Hopkins, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
On the other hand, the cast feels relatively small-screen, with two other series regulars, Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly, joined by franchise newcomer Sienna Miller.
—Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026
In addition to newcomers Chandler Higginson and Ashleigh Pease, the West Coast series will also feature McCall DaPron, whose sister is original MomTok star Mayci Neeley.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 30 May 2026
Nursing his beer, the newcomer glanced around the room.
—Zoë Hopkins, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
On the other hand, the cast feels relatively small-screen, with two other series regulars, Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly, joined by franchise newcomer Sienna Miller.
—Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026
In addition to newcomers Chandler Higginson and Ashleigh Pease, the West Coast series will also feature McCall DaPron, whose sister is original MomTok star Mayci Neeley.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomer
Noun
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And a new feature called side-slip control enabled even novice drivers to slide through corners like Ken Block.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
28 May 2026
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To make the process even easier for novices, the M2 leverages AI to detect the type of materials inserted and automatically adjust the settings for cutting, engraving, or just scoring to make thinner materials easier to flex and fold.—
Andrew Liszewski,
The Verge,
27 May 2026
Noun
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The Bawah Survivor programme has a beginner-level escape room/scavenger hunt up to an advanced level, where guests can overnight in the open on the outer islands.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Zone 2 is still well-suited for beginners, older adults, and injury recovery.—
Allison Palmer
June 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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Virginia Tech second baseman Ethan Ball’s 16 home runs are the most by a freshman in a power conference.—
Mitch Light,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Margo’s Got Money Troubles is the story of college freshman and aspiring writer Margo (Elle Fanning) who gets knocked up by her English professor (Michael Angarano) and decides to drop out and keep the baby.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Then with one out in the sixth, Sheehan tried to work back from a first-pitch ball with a fastball up to Diamondbacks rookie Tommy Troy.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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Their last release together came in 2024 through an Air Jordan 1 Low inspired by Michael’s rookie card, and an Air Jordan 6 collaboration expected to release last year never came to fruition.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
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Its trio, a lonely fox-deer, an axolotl apprentice healer and a red panda Viking, travel through a darkening natural world as the series folds identity, belonging and environmental crisis.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
1 June 2026
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His successor proved to be a worthy apprentice in a series shaped by constantly clashing adjustments and counters.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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