fledglings

noun

plural of fledgling
as in novices
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity at hockey he's still a fledgling and needs to work on his basic skating skills

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Recent Examples of fledglings There are believed to be two adult owls, and some photographers have claimed to have seen six fledglings, Barrett added. — Joseph Frederick, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026 In the 1925 novel, the appearance of fledglings symbolizes freedom, confinement and even spiritual rebirth, themes that follow lead characters Clarissa and Sally (whom Edebiri portrays) as the story unfolds. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026 The fledglings of the bird, which is native to New Zealand, were bred this year. — Adela Suliman, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2026 Northern cardinals may flirt over lunch, with a male passing a choice bite to a female, while fledglings flap, gape and beg their parents for a snack. — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026 The episode’s break from format puts the audience literally inside Lestat’s head as he’s confronted by his makers and his fledglings, with exception to Claudia. — Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 While most small backyard birds build nests out of reach of dogs, the noise and activity of your family pet playing outside is unnerving for nesting birds, so keep them away until the fledglings leave the nest if possible. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 6 June 2026 Keeping pets indoors or supervised during nesting season can also help protect eggs and fledglings. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 The video also advises residents not to approach or touch owl fledglings and to keep pets and children away to avoid stressing the bird. — Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fledglings
  1. novices
  2. beginners
  3. apprentices
  4. freshmen
  5. newcomers
  6. rookies
Noun
  • The political novices were able to rally the nation behind a simple message against corruption and state capture.
    — Chris Massaro, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
  • To capture some of that essence, Guitar Center is trying to make its stores a place to hang out for novices and pros alike.
    — Phil Wahba, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of novices
Noun
  • Ski Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is one of the hardest mountains in North America, with only 10 percent of its terrain meant for beginners.
    — Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The rock climbing section offers 10 lanes of varying heights, with plenty of handholds and footholds for beginners.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of beginners
Noun
  • Built with the help of his apprentices, the complex was designed to blend into the surrounding Sonoran Desert, using local stone in a construction style known as desert masonry.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2026
  • For carpenters, delays and poor weather conditions can disrupt the working hours apprentices need to complete their program, causing some to quit.
    — Itzel Franco, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of apprentices
Noun
  • Like most true freshmen, Wayne saw sparse playing time at James Madison, appearing in eight games as a running back and seeing snaps on special teams.
    — Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Georgia can count Lonon among the freshmen who are already playing winning football for the Bulldogs.
    — Connor Riley, AJC.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of freshmen
Noun
  • In the second half, the Charlotte Hornets’ newcomers made their own big impact.
    — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Privacy concerns The very same design elements that make Muse so appealing to AI newcomers are also raising privacy concerns.
    — Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of newcomers
Noun
  • Considering the Jets have a roster that features comparable talent to the 2026 Dolphins, which had 15 rookies active for Sunday’s game.
    — Omar Kelly October 25, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The group is made up of 36 members including 28 veterans and eight rookies.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of rookies

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