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Region: US | Usage example: The new hire is the new kid on the block but already fitting in.

New kid on the block

Meaning

A newcomer in a field or place.

Usage

Used when discussing newcomers.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Urban slang about fresh faces in a neighborhood.

Popularized in 1980s American slang.

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To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.