rookie

Example Sentences

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Look at Wembanyama’s rookie teammate Dylan Harper, installed as a low-pressure fourth or even fifth option, now accelerating into one of the game’s most electric talents.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

When Redick had seen enough from Ayton in the fourth quarter after he gave up two offensive rebounds and fouled twice in 19 seconds, the coach opted for rookie Adou Thiero.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Tough weekend for the British Racing Bulls rookie.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Wings All Star and reigning rookie of the year Paige Bueckers led her team with 20 points in 20 minutes on eight-for-12 shooting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Moreover, from the way he worked them he’d no doubt consider it a waste of their time to babysit a rookie.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo