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
And a few of the newbies quickly come back into focus, like trans contestant Cho Hyun-ju (Park Sung-hoon) or the mother-son team of Jang Geum-ja (Kang Ae-shim) and Park Yong-sik (Yang Dong-geun).
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Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 27 June 2025
The 37-year-old forward — a veteran in the hockey world but a newbie on this Panthers team — became a driving force on Florida’s run to a second consecutive championship, which was secured Tuesday with a 5-1 win against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
That was Augustus’ final season in Minneapolis, and yes, among the many things imparted from Augustus in that overlap with the rookie Collier were lessons in finance (which were really lessons in how the biggest stars of the team should take care of the newbies on the block).
—Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 16 June 2025
As in any field, there are experts and there are newbies, and everything in between.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
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Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 27 June 2025
The 37-year-old forward — a veteran in the hockey world but a newbie on this Panthers team — became a driving force on Florida’s run to a second consecutive championship, which was secured Tuesday with a 5-1 win against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
That was Augustus’ final season in Minneapolis, and yes, among the many things imparted from Augustus in that overlap with the rookie Collier were lessons in finance (which were really lessons in how the biggest stars of the team should take care of the newbies on the block).
—Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 16 June 2025
As in any field, there are experts and there are newbies, and everything in between.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newbie
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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,
25 July 2025
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These tools power cybercrime, automating sophisticated attacks and enabling novices to deploy phishing, malware or social engineering campaigns with ease.—
Skip Sanzeri,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The Cobbler shaker features three pieces and is the most common for home use and beginner bartenders.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 July 2025
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Aloe vera is low-maintenance, making the houseplant an excellent option for beginner houseplant owners, who don’t have much time for excessive plant care.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2025
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This followed the biggest casting of them all, the three young leads, who will be played by newcomers McLaughlin, Alastair Stout (Ron Weasley) and Arabella Stanton (Hermione Granger) in the HBO franchise that is set to run for a decade.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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She will be joined by fellow Shrek franchise veterans Mike Myers (Shrek) and Eddie Murphy (Donkey), as well as a newcomer to the cast: Zendaya, who will voice Shrek and Fiona's daughter Felicia.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Then, the rookie candidates turn around to see the veterans they're paired with standing behind them for the big reveal.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Bustamante’s previous experience in Madrid helped shape her approach heading into the rookie test.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Through the conservancy, Morgan and Silk were introduced to the architect Lawrence Brink, an original Wright apprentice.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Born in the Bronx, Neuwirth served as a photography apprentice in New York City before opening his own studio and moving to Hollywood after a photo assignment in Puerto Rico ignited his passion for filmmaking.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
9 July 2025
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Past deaths of Lakota Local Schools students On March 23, 2024, 14-year-old Laith Masri, a freshman at Lakota West High School, was killed in a crash at the intersection of Verity Parkway and Hughes Street, which also injured four other students that were involved.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 July 2025
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Baccarin also revealed on the pod that Sheriff Country — which was ordered to series more than a year ago but got held for the 2025-26 TV season — has a 20-episode order for its freshman run.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
22 July 2025
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“Newbie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newbie. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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