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debut

[dey-byoo, dih-, dey-byoo, deb-yoo] / deɪˈbyu, dɪ-, ˈdeɪ byu, ˈdɛb yu /
NOUN
first public appearance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appearance beginning inauguration introduction launching opener presentation
STRONG
admission bow entrance entree entrée graduating graduation incoming initiation
WEAK
coming out coming out party first step
Antonyms
STRONGEST
conclusion end ending finish
WEAK
closing finale

Example Sentences

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Crokes Cross made her British debut in the two-mile novice hurdle at Kelso on Thursday, coming first with odds of 300-1.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

A strong debut from SpaceX could serve as a launchpad for many other giant unicorns to go public as well.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

So it’s a pleasure to report that actor-turned-filmmaker Matthew Shear, with his debut feature “Fantasy Life,” shows a facility for finessing a meal that lands the last bite.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

American Express announced two new lounges but you’ll have to be patient because none will debut this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

He was too old to be part of the debut court.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.