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noun

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Definition of debutnext
as in premiere
the first time an actor, musician, athlete, etc., does something in public or for the public He made his singing debut at a very young age. She is making her television debut in the new sitcom.

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debut

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verb

as in to arrive

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Recent Examples of debut
Noun
What’s the forecast for the Chicago Cubs home opener — and how has weather affected debuts since 1989? — Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025 Some takeaways, including Gabe Perreault’s NHL debut and the incredibly shrinking power play: A solid attack The Rangers were on their toes through most of this one, with 11 of the game’s first 12 shots on Filip Gustavsson. — Arthur Staple, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
The partnership debuts at LIV Golf Miami from April 4-6. — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 4 Apr. 2025 Magnolia Pictures debuts Eric LaRue at 23 locations. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for debut
Recent Examples of Synonyms for debut
  1. premiere
  2. arrive
  3. appearance
  4. dawn
  5. rise
  6. emerge
  7. break out
  8. issue
Noun
  • The season premiere is approaching 20 million viewers, HBO says.
    — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Hints of discontent are scattered throughout the premiere, most of which HBO has barred critics from mentioning, but the most concerning clue is that Joel and Ellie are in a spat.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of premiere
Verb
  • In some cases, entire shipping containers arrive in the U.K. filled with thousands of packages, each addressed to fictitious recipients in order to evade inspection and avoid detection.
    — Aleksandra Bal, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Nuggets on two new Dolphins offensive linemen and second-year left tackle Patrick Paul, who is poised to replace the retiring Terron Armstead: ▪ James Daniels, who will start at one guard spot, arrives in Miami with exceptional pass blocking stats.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of arrive
Noun
  • The mites feed on leaves, leaving a freckled appearance and light webbing.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2025
  • His absence provides rookie KJ Simpson with an opportunity to foster his development heading into the offseason and likely appearances with the summer league team in July.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of appearance
Verb
  • Already, the markets have stumbled due to uncertainty, but Thursday dawned with more unknowns than ever.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Seemingly unknown in the world of auditing, the age of AI is dawning.
    — William Tarr, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of dawn
Verb
  • Famous Biscuits The petite breads rise tall and proud, tender and fluffy.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Fans chose sides, hashtags trended, and both artists saw streaming numbers rise.
    — Remy Blumenfeld, HollywoodReporter, 5 Apr. 2025
Definition of rise
Verb
  • The filmmaker collective and independent production company is focused on nurturing new and emerging talent globally.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2025
  • The 22-year-old third baseman/outfielder was barely on the radar for most Chicago fans when he was put into the Tucker trade but quickly emerged as a trade piece worthy of lasting regret, earning his spot on Houston’s big-league roster after only 32 minor-league games.
    — Phil Rogers, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Definition of emerge
Verb
  • So this could be a great time to break out the telescope and binoculars to get a closer look.
    — Athena Sobhan, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
  • The actress was forced to evacuate from her ranch with all her pets when the fires broke out.
    — Lori A Bashian Fox News, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Definition of break out
Verb
  • President Donald Trump issued a new ultimatum to China on Monday, threatening to impose a 50% tariff on Chinese goods unless the country rescinds its retaliatory tariffs.
    — Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Chris Brown is issuing a word of caution to his fans ahead of his highly anticipated Breezy Bowl XX Stadium World Tour that will keep them from potentially looking gang affiliated.
    — Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of issue

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