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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Recent Examples of beginner
Scott says one explosive power training session per week is great for beginners.
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Margaret Cirino,
NPR,
21 June 2026
As a result, bodyweight exercises may feel more approachable and sustainable for beginners or even people intimidated by going to a gym.
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
While Ratia offers a general overview, keep in mind that building a porch is not a beginner DIY project.
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Perri Ormont Blumberg,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2026
Philodendrons are easy and forgiving enough for beginners, but even more experienced gardeners love them for their variety of foliage and easy care.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for beginner
Margaret Cirino,
NPR,
21 June 2026
As a result, bodyweight exercises may feel more approachable and sustainable for beginners or even people intimidated by going to a gym.
—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
While Ratia offers a general overview, keep in mind that building a porch is not a beginner DIY project.
—
Perri Ormont Blumberg,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2026
Philodendrons are easy and forgiving enough for beginners, but even more experienced gardeners love them for their variety of foliage and easy care.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for beginner
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginner
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The free Apple Photos is approachable for photography novices but still powerful enough to satisfy those who want extra control.
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Authorities say five instructors, five novice tandem jumpers and the pilot died when the Pilatus PC-6 suddenly fell almost vertically near homes after leaving Nancy-Essey airfield.
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Torres lamented that the nation’s landmark semiquincentennial comes amid a fever pitch of anti-immigrant sentiment in the United States, marked by a rise in xenophobia and an onslaught of attempts to restrict newcomers here and abroad.
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Chevalier, a 32-year-old community activist and political newcomer, has drawn criticism for her past statements, including supporting abolishing prisons, borders and police.
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Philadelphia's roster also includes rookie Labaron Philon, Dominick Barlow, Justin Edwards, Adem Bona, Jabari Walker, Dalen Terry and Johni Broome.
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Guardians rookie Cooper Ingle made a routine catch last night and tossed the ball into the stands.
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Kieran, his young apprentice, is learning fast.
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In 1811, The Nottingham Review newspaper recorded what's believed to be the first historical mention of the fictitious Ludd character, described as a framework knitting apprentice near Leicester.
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JSerra’s Ava Irwin, who earned The Register’s Orange County player of the year honor as a freshman in 2025, has enrolled at Sierra Canyon, Trailblazers athletic director Jon Ellinghouse confirmed Thursday.
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Doggett is the first freshman to win this Gatorade national award, which dates to 1986.
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“Beginner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginner. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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