as in novices
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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Recent Examples of beginners
This workhorse pan is completely nonstick—perfect for beginners—holds just enough food for one, and comes in an array of fun colors too.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024
Trying to work out your arms while stepping could be a bit too complex for beginners to pull off effectively.
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 16 Oct. 2024
This affordable collection is great for beginners or home cooks in need of a versatile set.
—Lizzy Briskin, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024
For software developers, from beginners to seasoned professionals, having the right tools can make or break productivity.
—Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 12 Oct. 2024
This plastic set of needles should work well for beginners.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 28 Sep. 2024
The resulting ride speaks to intermediates or even improving beginners who want to take their riding to new heights.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 27 Sep. 2024
Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024
Trying to work out your arms while stepping could be a bit too complex for beginners to pull off effectively.
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 16 Oct. 2024
This affordable collection is great for beginners or home cooks in need of a versatile set.
—Lizzy Briskin, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024
For software developers, from beginners to seasoned professionals, having the right tools can make or break productivity.
—Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 12 Oct. 2024
This plastic set of needles should work well for beginners.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 28 Sep. 2024
The resulting ride speaks to intermediates or even improving beginners who want to take their riding to new heights.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 27 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginners
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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, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
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These genius self-watering bulbs automatically know when to water thirsty plants, making keeping indoor plants alive easy for green thumbs and novices alike.Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
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Fans and newcomers alike eagerly anticipate the handmade pastas, focaccias and more inspired by the best of Italy’s Eternal City.Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Around 22 percent of exhibitors were newcomers.Alex Wynne, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
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But freshmen, Van Rheenen told him, weren’t permitted to take such an advanced class.Sean Gregory, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024
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College freshmen who reported low, medium and high cellphone usage during class all had negative impacts on their grades, according to a Springer research paper.Arianna Johnson, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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When the All-Star Game returned for the 1999-2000 season, the format was revamped to feature a team of standout rookies against top second-season players.Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 1 Oct. 2024
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Whether teaching women to take risks in the corporate world or helping NFL rookies hone their mental agility, Priore is proving that the lessons of chess can lead to winning outcomes, both on and off the board.Jane Hanson, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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“Beginners.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginners. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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