beginner

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This casualization of trail running spurred sneaker companies to expand a once-niche footwear category: gravel or road-to-trail shoes, which are being specifically marketed to beginner trail runners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“For younger or beginner investors, having parental visibility or approval can be helpful in guiding decision-making and reinforcing good habits,” Tobin said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

As a beginner, I expected the arms and hands to flail around, knocking the blocks and cups around the room.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

And it has a larger share of beginner and intermediate runs — a drag for hotshots, maybe, but a boon for families.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

Other types of music, such as traditional Western African drumming, may have very complex meters that can be difficult for the beginner to identify.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones