rookie

Example Sentences

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The Rays signed a 20-year-old Franco to an 11-year, $182 million deal in November 2021 after he batted .288 with 30 extra-base hits in 70 games as a rookie.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Brazilian rookie Caio Collet had smashed the right side of his machine into the wall, ripping off two wheels and causing it to catch fire.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

British rookie, in an upgraded Racing Bulls car, was ninth, ahead of Williams driver Carlos Sainz.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Quarterback Jayden Daniels looks to remain healthy and recapture rookie form.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Applying to be the assistant drama director was a classic rookie teacher’s mistake.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove