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
The Great Escape festival is held on an annual basis every May in the seaside city of Brighton, and spotlights emerging and rising talent from the U.K. and Ireland as well as international newcomers.
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Thomas Smith, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Dickinson, Babygirl actor and a relative newcomer to A-list stardom, will debut his feature film Urchin, about a drifter (Frank Dillane) on the streets of London.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
Leading the Proximity Revolution Rogers is no newcomer to disruptive innovation.
—Robert C. Wolcott, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Del Toro, who was also in The French Dispatch, is leading the film as Zsa-zsa Korda, with Anderson newcomer Mia Threapleton (daughter of Kate Winslet) as his nun daughter.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
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Thomas Smith, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Dickinson, Babygirl actor and a relative newcomer to A-list stardom, will debut his feature film Urchin, about a drifter (Frank Dillane) on the streets of London.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
Leading the Proximity Revolution Rogers is no newcomer to disruptive innovation.
—Robert C. Wolcott, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Del Toro, who was also in The French Dispatch, is leading the film as Zsa-zsa Korda, with Anderson newcomer Mia Threapleton (daughter of Kate Winslet) as his nun daughter.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomer
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The key takeaway: AI Agents Will Happen The strategy provides elements for sophisticated developers, novice designers, and employees who must find and use agents to improve their workflow.—
Maribel Lopez,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The massive swells are caused by the deepwater reefs, not recommended for novice surfers or swimmers.—
Mariette Williams,
AFAR Media,
7 Apr. 2025
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Look no further than Tommy Gaunt Kitesurfing, located at Anegada Beach Club, to try this adventurous activity; Tommy is a master and makes the experience a breeze even for beginners.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2025
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Plant by Number is looking to majorly simplify the gardening process for beginners and master gardeners alike.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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Redshirt freshman Kaleb Annett was the most active quarterback on the day, throwing for 77 yards and a touchdown on a 6-for-10 throwing performance.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Apr. 2025
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But the team failed to capitalize on freshman Laurel Gonzalez’s ability to control 11 draws, which contributed to a 17-10 advantage on draws.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Apr. 2025
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After three years at UNC, Jordan was the third pick in the 1984 NBA Draft and was paid $555,000 by the Bulls during his rookie season.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Landing in Cleveland would be a poor outcome for Sanders, as the team isn't currently built to uplift a rookie passer.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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The show, which will tell the story of Maul teaching an apprentice, will debut in 2026.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Apr. 2025
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Abrego Garcia remains in the US Over the next six years, Abrego Garcia is a full-time sheet metal apprentice and takes classes at the University of Maryland to get his journeyman license.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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