as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
at hockey he's still a fledgling and needs to work on his basic skating skills
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Recent Examples of fledgling
Evidence of Hurricane Michael’s destruction can still be seen in the fledgling sweetgum, magnolia, oak, and hickory trees sprouting with new growth.
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Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2025
Known for turning around the fortunes of fledgling teams, Vermeil spent 15 seasons coaching the Chiefs, St. Louis Rams and Philadelphia Eagles.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025
Collate is emerging from stealth with $30 million in seed funding led by Redpoint that values the fledgling business at more than $100 million, a significant number for such an early-stage company.
—Alex Konrad, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Back in his home state after his presidency, Mr. Carter, when not building houses for the poor or monitoring elections in fledgling democracies, continued to exert influence on Democratic leaders.
—Richard Fausset, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024
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Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2025
Known for turning around the fortunes of fledgling teams, Vermeil spent 15 seasons coaching the Chiefs, St. Louis Rams and Philadelphia Eagles.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025
Collate is emerging from stealth with $30 million in seed funding led by Redpoint that values the fledgling business at more than $100 million, a significant number for such an early-stage company.
—Alex Konrad, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Back in his home state after his presidency, Mr. Carter, when not building houses for the poor or monitoring elections in fledgling democracies, continued to exert influence on Democratic leaders.
—Richard Fausset, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fledgling
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Now, Trump has four years of White House experience while Vance is a novice.—
Roy Brownell,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Jan. 2025
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While a novice might think that selecting the right fly is the key to catching fish, seasoned anglers know that meticulous attention to every element of the fishing process leads to a rewarding day on the water.—
Brennan Drew,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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Several of our friends disembarked in Salt Lake City and newcomers joined in the middle of the night.—
Christin Parcerisa Vigueras,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2025
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The Bruins have lost four consecutive games against conference veterans after winning two games against fellow Big Ten newcomers Washington and Oregon.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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This ultramodern property just 15 minutes away from Woodstock is one of our favorite treehouse Airbnbs, offering a luxe off-the-grid experience for seasoned (or beginner) glampers.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2025
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All are welcome from beginners to those with a practice for years.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2025
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In Part 1 of an exclusive interview, Brian shared the incredible journey that led him here—starting as a chemist for a dental company, moving into the labs of William Grant & Sons, and eventually becoming the apprentice and successor of the legendary Malt Master, David Stewart.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Inside, the past and the present merge for her former master to provide Ahsoka with some sage advice and the necessary skills to pass on her knowledge to her own apprentice, Sabine Wren.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
21 Dec. 2024
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The freshman guard scored eight points and played stellar defense as H-F rolled to a 76-60 SouthWest Suburban Conference victory over host Sandburg in Orland Park.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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Younger brother Eric is a freshman on varsity at Oxnard.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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That was Daniels’ fifth game-winning drive of his rookie season, including his Hail Mary heroism to beat the Bears on the final play in Week 8.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels is one of the best rookie QBs to ever grace the league, while Detroit has muscled through some of the worst injury luck en route to the No. 1 seed.—
Chris Branch,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Fledgling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fledgling. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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