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A/the new kid on the block

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Informal ExpressionPlay
Used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or presentations. SlideDon't worry about being the new kid on the block, everyone's friendly here.
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Feeling Out of PlacePlay
Often implies temporary unease or a sense of being unfamiliar with the surroundings. SlideI felt like a new kid on the block at the party, knowing no one.
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Not Just KidsPlay
Can refer to someone of any age who is new to a situation. SlideJoining the board, he was clearly the new kid on the block.