as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
although our son is only a beginner at swimming, he is making excellent progress
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Best overall Image 1 of 4 The AX Visio's smart technology is a blessing for beginners and experts alike.
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Matt Morris, Space.com, 22 May 2025
Founded in 2021, the Form platform offers Pilates, yoga and strength training classes on various levels, from beginner to advanced, as well as meditation classes.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Texas Hold’em Poker Lessons for Beginners Monday (weekly) from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. This beginner’s class is designed to teach the fundamentals of Texas Hold’em in a fun and engaging environment.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2025
Take full advantage of the tax code and set yourself up for success with these five small-business tax tips for beginners.
—Vlad Rusz, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
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Matt Morris, Space.com, 22 May 2025
Founded in 2021, the Form platform offers Pilates, yoga and strength training classes on various levels, from beginner to advanced, as well as meditation classes.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Texas Hold’em Poker Lessons for Beginners Monday (weekly) from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. This beginner’s class is designed to teach the fundamentals of Texas Hold’em in a fun and engaging environment.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2025
Take full advantage of the tax code and set yourself up for success with these five small-business tax tips for beginners.
—Vlad Rusz, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginner
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Like sommeliers who make wine accessible to novices while satisfying connoisseurs, effective tech leaders communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.—
Dennis Kozak,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Unfortunately, many new nurses leave their programs without adequate hands-on experience and confidence, putting pressure on experienced nurses to mentor novices without additional compensation for training.—
Shakira Henderson,
Sun Sentinel,
18 May 2025
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That left newcomer Luke Farrell, Brayden Willis and Mason Pline as the main players at the position.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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The newcomer even adjusted to last-minute changes without difficulty.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
30 May 2025
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An All-Star as a rookie in 2024, Reese is shooting 31.3% (15-for-48) and averaging 9.2 points.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Setup man Jake Bird has pitched well, hard-throwing Seth Halvorsen has been solid outside of two brutal outings, and Victor Vodnik, coming off a decent rookie season, returned from the IL this week to further fortify the bullpen.—
Chad Jennings,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Following the ceremony, the royal couple went aboard the ship and met representatives leading the delivery of the ship, apprentices and graduates of the Shipbuilding Academy and Royal Navy members, who discussed the ship's construction and capabilities.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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These included a gentleman singing with his manservant on Mardi Gras, seven apprentices of a ribbon maker singing together, and a woman charged for singing while working in her house and yard, among many others.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
9 May 2025
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Listen to this article GAINESVILLE — Florida freshman slugger Taylor Shumaker ended her weekend slump in record-setting fashion but not before shortstop Rylee Holtorf showed why the Gators will be a tough out during the Women’s College World Series.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 May 2025
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Arkansas stayed with the hot hand of freshman right-hander Payton Burnham, who pitched a shutout in a 4-0 victory Saturday.—
Ethan Westerman,
Arkansas Online,
26 May 2025
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“Beginner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginner. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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