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
China, as the relative newcomer in the region, is not encumbered by any historical legacy.
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Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Amber Lane is a newcomer to the whisky scene, having opened in 2017 in the state of New South Wales, but it’s already won a few awards in its relatively short existence.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025
Your favorite Elvis-loving fugitive alien is back on the big screen in the Disney redo, crashing down on our planet, befriending a lonely Hawaiian girl (newcomer Maia Kealoha) and becoming a part of her family.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
The increase was mainly a result of the massive influx of out-of-state newcomers sparked by the rise of remote work, which allowed many Americans to relocate to more affordable, more livable cities and turn their back on expensive metropolises.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
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Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Amber Lane is a newcomer to the whisky scene, having opened in 2017 in the state of New South Wales, but it’s already won a few awards in its relatively short existence.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025
Your favorite Elvis-loving fugitive alien is back on the big screen in the Disney redo, crashing down on our planet, befriending a lonely Hawaiian girl (newcomer Maia Kealoha) and becoming a part of her family.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
The increase was mainly a result of the massive influx of out-of-state newcomers sparked by the rise of remote work, which allowed many Americans to relocate to more affordable, more livable cities and turn their back on expensive metropolises.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomer
Noun
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But former employees said the organization contributed hundreds of millions of dollars toward promoting novice teachers.—
Arthur Jones II,
ABC News,
6 May 2025
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Plus, its Smart Connect button and auto-protocol selection simplify the setup, even for VPN novices.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
5 May 2025
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Take full advantage of the tax code and set yourself up for success with these five small-business tax tips for beginners.—
Vlad Rusz,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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More than 30 coin dealers will have high quality coins for the beginner to advanced collectors.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2025
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One of the best freshmen in Southern California, Ayala went 7-3 with a 0.82 ERA in helping the Cougars win 12 of their last 13 games.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2025
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Bryce Underwood, the hyped freshman who’s vying for the top spot in Ann Arbor, could stand to have his coach alongside, especially if the Wolverines’ visit is selected to kick off under the lights.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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Gardiner fit in on the top line perfectly, putting together an excellent rookie season bested only in points by Sarah Fillier.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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In the kinetic new underdog sports drama from director Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick), a retired Formula One racer (Brad Pitt) takes a young rookie prodigy (Damson Idris) under his wing for the Apex Grand Prix team (APXGP).—
Ben Rosenstock,
Time,
16 May 2025
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The rest of the cast will return, including new fan-favorite and Skoll apprentice, Shin Hati, played by Ivanna Sakhno.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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An impressive 93% of apprentices retain employment after completing an apprenticeship program.—
Portia Wu,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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