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debut

[dey-byoo, dih-, dey-byoo, deb-yoo] / deɪˈbyu, dɪ-, ˈdeɪ byu, ˈdɛb yu /
NOUN
first public appearance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appearance beginning inauguration introduction launching opener presentation
STRONG
admission bow entrance entree entrée graduating graduation incoming initiation
WEAK
coming out coming out party first step
Antonyms
STRONGEST
conclusion end ending finish
WEAK
closing finale

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It’s a question that feels a little too familiar of late — one confronted often while watching “Maddie’s Secret,” the debut as writer-director from comedian and performer John Early.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

His pro debut win over Milos Veletic was designed to be an easy opening night for him.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

“Satuday Night Live” has since parodied Clavicular in a “Weekend Update” sketch, and the streamer also made his runway debut in February at New York Fashion Week.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Giuseppe Bergomi sweeps in at eight, making his Inter debut shortly after turning 16 in 1980 and remaining the club's youngest-ever player.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

My parents invited all the couples from the Joy Luck Club to witness my debut.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan