as in beginner
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
a novice chess player
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Recent Examples of novice
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.
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Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Jan. 2026
On Thursday, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie, a political novice who has remained popular throughout his first year, delivered a rosy State of the City address highlighting his administration’s efforts to expand shelter beds and homeless services.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Facing his first credible challenger in years, Orbán has tried to paint Magyar as a political novice and seems to have called on his ideological allies to rally to his defense ahead of parliamentary elections on April 12.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 16 Jan. 2026
Greenberg is one of 12 candidates running for mayor in 2026, many of whom are political novices — save for Louisville Metro Councilwoman Shameka Parrish-Wright, who previously ran against Greenberg in the 2022 Democratic primary.
—Killian Baarlaer, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Jan. 2026
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Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Jan. 2026
On Thursday, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie, a political novice who has remained popular throughout his first year, delivered a rosy State of the City address highlighting his administration’s efforts to expand shelter beds and homeless services.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Facing his first credible challenger in years, Orbán has tried to paint Magyar as a political novice and seems to have called on his ideological allies to rally to his defense ahead of parliamentary elections on April 12.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 16 Jan. 2026
Greenberg is one of 12 candidates running for mayor in 2026, many of whom are political novices — save for Louisville Metro Councilwoman Shameka Parrish-Wright, who previously ran against Greenberg in the 2022 Democratic primary.
—Killian Baarlaer, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for novice
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This is for riders who are physically fit and advanced beginner or higher, who would enjoy moderate climbs and single-track trails.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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By understanding these new dynamics and by taking an informed approach, both beginners and veterans in the gold space can better position themselves for investing success.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Nominated for Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance, Roan was also on hand to introduce the Best New Artist of 2026 which ultimately went to newcomer Olivia Dean.—
Pamela Vázquez,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 2026
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Indeed, its growing popularity has attracted newcomers from near and far, who've all made their unique mark in the community.—
Joey Skladany,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Yes, the team had interest last year in Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham, who went fifth to Cleveland and managed just half of a sack in 17 starts as a rookie.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Edgecombe and Dallas Mavericks' forward Cooper Flagg are the only two rookies in the NBA averaging at least 15 points, five rebounds and four assists.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Dawson's steely resolve helps anchor the series, with strong support from Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Ahsoka's reckless former apprentice Sabine and Mary Elizabeth Winstead as General Hera Syndulla.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Jan. 2026
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The video is being played to a room of nine apprentice footballers aged 16 and 17 at Leyton Orient, the League One side based in east London.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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The former Washington Huskies star suffered ACL setbacks during his freshman year with the Indiana Hoosiers in 2018 and once again during the 2020 season.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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University of Miami basketball fans who stayed up for Wednesday’s late-night game against Stanford were treated to a thriller, as the Hurricanes wore down sensational freshman guard Ebuka Okorie and rallied late to beat the Cardinal 79-70 at the Watsco Center.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Novice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/novice. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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