as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
although a star in his old sport of basketball, he was still just a rookie as far as baseball was concerned
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Recent Examples of rookie
But Coen is a head coach in Jacksonville now, and Josh Grizzard is Tampa Bay’s latest rookie offensive coordinator.
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John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2025
Last season as a rookie, James barely saw the floor.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025
Along with Robinson, the Dolphins’ 2024 first-round draft pick, the rookie first-rounder, defensive tackle Kenneth Grant, is receiving high marks from his coordinator.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2025
It should be noted that the Suns have two wildcards - Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro - who were rookies last year.
—Morten Stig Jensen, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
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John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2025
Last season as a rookie, James barely saw the floor.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025
Along with Robinson, the Dolphins’ 2024 first-round draft pick, the rookie first-rounder, defensive tackle Kenneth Grant, is receiving high marks from his coordinator.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2025
It should be noted that the Suns have two wildcards - Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro - who were rookies last year.
—Morten Stig Jensen, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rookie
Noun
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The current version of Kuang might be described as a tabula-rasa novice, a highly accomplished author who would prefer to be an eager disciple.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
18 Aug. 2025
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The most pythons caught by a novice were 14 by Krista Hoekstra, while John Southworth led the military category with 5.—
NBC South Florida,
NBC news,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Plus, reporter Harry Rabinowitz tested over 30 pairs of running shoes and shares his top picks for beginners, shoes with the best arch support, and more.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
12 Aug. 2025
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For beginner astronomers, this means it has been recognized for its ultra dark skies and commitment to retaining an environment free of light pollution and ideal for astronomical observations.—
JP Shaffer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Aug. 2025
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Storr played his freshman year at St. John’s and one season at Wisconsin before arriving at KU.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
18 Aug. 2025
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Senior, 6’1, 220 Accolades: 3-star prospect and 3-year starter finished 2024 season with 133 tackles, including 13.5 TFL, 4.5 sacks, INT, fumble recovery for Class 7A regional finalist Broncos; freshman year reached state semifinals; Sun Sentinel first team All-County, ESPN Top 63; also runs track.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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With a field comprised of select veterans and a swath of newcomers, the all-around is anyone’s game.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Joel Edgerton stars in the film alongside newcomers Everett Blunck, Kayo Martin and Kenny Rasmussen.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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This makes the credentials apprentices gain through them portable and recognizable to employers across the country.—
Karen Herson,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Several apprentices went on to spectacular careers on their own.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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“Rookie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rookie. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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