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as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
the kind of big story that can propel a cub reporter into the stratosphere of the newspaper world
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as in kid
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
assigned to teach a bunch of young cubs how to play baseball
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Recent Examples of cub
Chi Chi was captured as a cub in China and became a permanent resident of the London Zoo in 1958.
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 May 2025
Many clouded leopards refuse to raise their cubs in captivity, said Melissa McCartney, senior manager of animal care.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2025
The bear growled, huffed and clacked her teeth — making sure her message of getting away from her cubs got across.
—Benjamin Alva Polley, Rolling Stone, 10 May 2025
Over the years, 11 of Grizzly 399’s 18 cubs have died, including three that were killed by vehicles.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 May 2025
Many clouded leopards refuse to raise their cubs in captivity, said Melissa McCartney, senior manager of animal care.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2025
The bear growled, huffed and clacked her teeth — making sure her message of getting away from her cubs got across.
—Benjamin Alva Polley, Rolling Stone, 10 May 2025
Over the years, 11 of Grizzly 399’s 18 cubs have died, including three that were killed by vehicles.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cub
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Like sommeliers who make wine accessible to novices while satisfying connoisseurs, effective tech leaders communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.—
Dennis Kozak,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Unfortunately, many new nurses leave their programs without adequate hands-on experience and confidence, putting pressure on experienced nurses to mentor novices without additional compensation for training.—
Shakira Henderson,
Sun Sentinel,
18 May 2025
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Director Robert Zemeckis finds mixed results marrying broad comedy and pop-culture references with the title wooden boy's adventurous quest to become a real kid.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Jail and the blues would come in time, but in 1995 the kid from Paola, Kansas, was riding high in Los Angeles.—
Dan Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2025
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Photo: Getty Images Each winter, Wright and his apprentices would caravan from Spring Green to Scottsdale to continue their work in warmer weather.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2025
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On her journey, Gerda makes friends with people, birds, beasts, and a kind witch, unaware that a hostile, unseen enemy – the Snow Queen and her devil apprentice, Louie – is watching her.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
7 May 2025
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Alex Fine, her husband and father of her children, was present during her testimony.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
28 May 2025
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Rausch was charged with five counts of possession of child pornography in Harris County, deputies said.—
Kate Linderman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 May 2025
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An All-Star as a rookie in 2024, Reese is shooting 31.3% (15-for-48) and averaging 9.2 points.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Setup man Jake Bird has pitched well, hard-throwing Seth Halvorsen has been solid outside of two brutal outings, and Victor Vodnik, coming off a decent rookie season, returned from the IL this week to further fortify the bullpen.—
Chad Jennings,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Local businesses and surf shops like the Jimmy Lane Surfing Academy, Surfin’ NSB, and Nichols Surf Shop (which has been open since 1969 and is the town’s oldest surf shop) all employee seasoned instructors who are more than ready to help beginners discover the thrill of catching their first wave.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
27 May 2025
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This bundle is structured for beginners who already have a basic understanding of IT and cybersecurity fundamentals.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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Listen to this article GAINESVILLE — Florida freshman slugger Taylor Shumaker ended her weekend slump in record-setting fashion but not before shortstop Rylee Holtorf showed why the Gators will be a tough out during the Women’s College World Series.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 May 2025
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Arkansas stayed with the hot hand of freshman right-hander Payton Burnham, who pitched a shutout in a 4-0 victory Saturday.—
Ethan Westerman,
Arkansas Online,
26 May 2025
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Like Washington’s newcomers, Connecticut took Morrow (seventh) and Rivers (eighth) via back-to-back draft picks.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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Created by Lion Shield, a three-man development team based in Oregon, this accessible strategy game combines resource management, urban planning and light-defense mechanics, offering a relaxing, yet engaging, experience that appeals to newcomers and fans of the genre.—
Jason Bennett,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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“Cub.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cub. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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