as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
he's a newcomer to ice hockey
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Recent Examples of newcomer
The rise of remote work during the health emergency allowed an influx of newcomers to relocate to Florida, bringing up demand for homes and encouraging builders to increase production.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
Halliday is a relative newcomer to the industry, though her film debut in the 2022 British feature Blue Jean earned her a BAFTA Scotland Award for best actress and a British Independent Film award nomination.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Mar. 2025
Taylor-Johnson and newcomer Alfie Williams must journey from their island haven into the continent.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 1 Apr. 2025
Because so many people move here for retirement, there are social groups designed specifically to attract newcomers.
—Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
Halliday is a relative newcomer to the industry, though her film debut in the 2022 British feature Blue Jean earned her a BAFTA Scotland Award for best actress and a British Independent Film award nomination.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Mar. 2025
Taylor-Johnson and newcomer Alfie Williams must journey from their island haven into the continent.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 1 Apr. 2025
Because so many people move here for retirement, there are social groups designed specifically to attract newcomers.
—Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomer
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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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Chips and cards are provided, and ongoing open poker play will be available for beginners.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
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This class is ideal for absolute beginners with no prior poker experience.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
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Redshirt freshman Kaleb Annett was the most active quarterback on the day, throwing for 77 yards and a touchdown on a 6-for-10 throwing performance.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Apr. 2025
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But the team failed to capitalize on freshman Laurel Gonzalez’s ability to control 11 draws, which contributed to a 17-10 advantage on draws.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Apr. 2025
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Matthews’ fastball has averaged 97.1 mph for the Saints, compared to 94.9 mph for the Twins as a rookie last season, and the velocity on his slider and cutter are also up 2-3 mph.—
Aaron Gleeman,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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The win was the first for Holmes as a starter since his rookie season in 2018.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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The facility has an on-site training school, which welcomes groups of 10 apprentices at a time and also provides on-the-job training for existing employees, who are 82 percent female and range in age from 18 to 65.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2025
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No poaching, only growing Earlier this month, Villasenor started working as a technician apprentice at Gene Butman Ford in Ypsilanti, Michigan.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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