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as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
although I worked with film for years, I'm just a babe as far as digital photography is concerned
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as in baby
a recently born person
a babe in arms, too young even to crawl
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as in goddess
slang
a lovely woman
a celebrity magazine describing her as "a total babe"
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as in doll
slang
a physically attractive person
an ad for a beach resort depicting tanned babes of both sexes
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Recent Examples of babe
Wake up babe, Anya Taylor-Joy is at the center of a fashion scandal!
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Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 14 Feb. 2025
Slow progress is still progress, babe.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, refinery29.com, 2 Feb. 2025
Herb had only one requirement for all his publications — hot-looking babes on the cover every month, no matter what the subject.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2025
A little something for the rave babes who still make it to morning boxing.
—Arimeta Diop, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2025
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Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 14 Feb. 2025
Slow progress is still progress, babe.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, refinery29.com, 2 Feb. 2025
Herb had only one requirement for all his publications — hot-looking babes on the cover every month, no matter what the subject.
—Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2025
A little something for the rave babes who still make it to morning boxing.
—Arimeta Diop, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for babe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for babe
Noun
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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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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 21,000 babies are stillborn every year in the United States — affecting roughly 1 in 175 births.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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The newlyweds soon left New York and ended up, fittingly, in Providence, where McPherson had another baby, a boy named Rolf.—
Casey Cep,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9 Named for the Greek goddess of the rainbow, irises are available in a wide range of flower colors and patterns.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
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Their new Extra Dark shade is incredible for a glowing goddess look!—
Sarah Boyd,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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One of those promotions – bobbleheads of the stars – has become so popular that prices rise and fans line up for hours hoping to get inside before the supply of dolls disappears.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Television The creators of ‘Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie’ on remaking America’s doll just before #MeToo April 27, 2018 Nevins took a look at NFL players at the end of their careers.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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Most of the justices sounded sympathetic to a group of Maryland parents who want their elementary school children excused from class when the books are being read.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Parents may bring a folding stroller for free, one per child aged up to 23 months.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2025
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While Jon is bound to leadership by a sense of duty, Daenerys sees herself as a liberator, a queen steeped in moral righteousness who freed slaves across the sea for the greater good.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
14 July 2017
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THE TRENDSETTER Salt & Straw is the homecoming queen of ice cream in LA.—
Cole Kazdin,
Los Angeles Magazine,
14 July 2017
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But don’t despair, my scarred and scarring lovelies.—
Matt Thompson,
Spin,
10 Sep. 2023
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Serve these layered lovelies in old-fashioned glasses to make the treat extra special.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 July 2023
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“Babe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/babe. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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