rookie

Example Sentences

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In Monday’s draft, the position where a player is selected determines how much money she will earn on her rookie deal.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

She corrected my rookie mistakes, pointed me toward opportunities I didn’t know existed.

From Slate • Apr. 12, 2026

The statue depicts the right fielder making his signature pose wearing his 2001 uniform from his rookie season.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

In an effort to promote the game of golf, many courses encourage new and rookie golfers onto the course.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

And like I said, Mr. Terupt was a rookie, so I knew he wasn’t going to catch me.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea