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rookie

[rook-ee] / ˈrʊk i /


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Racing Bulls had a good day with Arvid Lindblad taking the best result of his rookie season with sixth place behind team-mate Liam Lawson.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Investors have been even more enthused by the rookie class than the broader market, where the artificial intelligence boom has pushed major indexes to records.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

But the Rams ultimately decided that giving up the 2024 NFL defensive rookie of the year for Garrett was worth the price.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 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

“Ooooh, that is quite the accusation, Kevin. Looks like the rookie has some trust issues.”

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan




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