inexperience
noun
in·ex·pe·ri·ence
ˌi-nik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)s 
1
: lack of practical experience
2
: lack of knowledge of the ways of the world
Examples of inexperience in a Sentence
He blames his mistakes on inexperience.
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But Aberg's poise and ability to navigate one of the toughest courses in the world with ease despite his inexperience gave fans hope that at least one Green Jacket is in his future.
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Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Sherwood’s instincts and block-shedding still need development, but given his youth and inexperience at LB, his ceiling could be high.
—Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
This year’s version of the Sox might be improved over 2024, but wins will be difficult to come by with so much youth and inexperience.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2025
The Thunder fell in the second round, as the team’s inexperience proved too much to overcome.
—Nick Crain, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2025
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Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Sherwood’s instincts and block-shedding still need development, but given his youth and inexperience at LB, his ceiling could be high.
—Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
This year’s version of the Sox might be improved over 2024, but wins will be difficult to come by with so much youth and inexperience.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2025
The Thunder fell in the second round, as the team’s inexperience proved too much to overcome.
—Nick Crain, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inexperience
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“Inexperience.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inexperience. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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