newcomers

noun

Definition of newcomersnext
plural of newcomer
as in novices
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 newcomers Today, the caucus includes notable newcomers like Janelle Bynum, a Democrat from Oregon who became the state’s first Black member of Congress by winning the 5th Congressional District. — Melissa Noel, Essence, 4 Jan. 2025 O'Reilly's acceptance of newcomers helped grow his city while other cities in the region with smaller immigrant communities saw a population decline during that decade. — Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2025 This border city, sometimes called the Ellis Island of the Southwest, has long been known for its generosity toward immigrants, and that spirit extends to newcomers on four legs. — Lauren Villagran, Austin American-Statesman, 2 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomers
  1. novices
  2. beginners
  3. freshmen
  4. rookies
Noun
  • In a follow-up study, wine and coffee experts performed just as badly as novices when given non-wine and non-coffee smells, suggesting the Jahai’s enhanced abilities aren’t simply a result of practice in attending to aromas.
    — Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Despite being complete novices to television, Linke and Yee spearheaded a masterpiece of a first season.
    — Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of novices
Noun
  • Many yoga and Pilates studios offer a free first class for beginners.
    — Amy Kwan, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Shoshone-only lift tickets are another option for beginners and families sticking to the greens at the bottom of the mountain; prices start at $57.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of beginners
Noun
  • Nebraska signed 20 incoming freshmen in December.
    — Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
  • And while most freshmen get at least one year to refine their skills in practice or in reserve time, Raiola was thrown into the fire.
    — Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of freshmen
Noun
  • In that time, the club added 26 players who were rookies when stepping on to AHL ice.
    — Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • In his five seasons in charge of the Condors, there were 30 rookies, or six per season.
    — Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of rookies

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