as in specialists
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
If you want the job done right, you really should hire a professional.
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Recent Examples of professionals
Become a Vogue Business Member—the ultimate resource for fashion and beauty industry professionals.
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Alexandra MacOn,
Vogue,
3 July 2026
For those interested in watching a fireworks show, the Los Angeles County Fire Department compiled a list of fireworks displays, put on by certified professionals, that can be accessed here or by calling (888) 654-3473.
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Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
Chosen by chefs, industry professionals and journalists and announced in Milan at the end of June, The Best Pizza Awards are not the only recent accolades for local pizza spots.
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Connie Ogle
july 3,
Miami Herald,
3 July 2026
The organization, founded in 1949, represents more than 1,000 French industry professionals, including producers, exporters, directors, actors, agents and distributors.
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Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
3 July 2026
Most tax professionals apply this conservative tax reporting approach for staking income.
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Shehan Chandrasekera,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Several administrative professionals have, at length, discussed Johnson County’s procedures for timekeeping in the workplace.
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Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 July 2026
Pool professionals, water experts and federal websites report that warm water and sunlight are prone to create algae issues in ponds, pools and fountains.
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Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Artistic teams work with mental health professionals on the plays and in some cases, the audience has a chance to share in the conversation.
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Courtney Cole,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Alexandra MacOn,
Vogue,
3 July 2026
For those interested in watching a fireworks show, the Los Angeles County Fire Department compiled a list of fireworks displays, put on by certified professionals, that can be accessed here or by calling (888) 654-3473.
—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
Chosen by chefs, industry professionals and journalists and announced in Milan at the end of June, The Best Pizza Awards are not the only recent accolades for local pizza spots.
—
Connie Ogle
july 3,
Miami Herald,
3 July 2026
The organization, founded in 1949, represents more than 1,000 French industry professionals, including producers, exporters, directors, actors, agents and distributors.
—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
3 July 2026
Most tax professionals apply this conservative tax reporting approach for staking income.
—
Shehan Chandrasekera,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Several administrative professionals have, at length, discussed Johnson County’s procedures for timekeeping in the workplace.
—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 July 2026
Pool professionals, water experts and federal websites report that warm water and sunlight are prone to create algae issues in ponds, pools and fountains.
—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Artistic teams work with mental health professionals on the plays and in some cases, the audience has a chance to share in the conversation.
—
Courtney Cole,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for professionals
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This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.
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The search for McKinney’s remains began in earnest in 2022, when nine DPAA specialists arrived at the crash site to begin excavations.
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That number hasn't moved much in 50 years, despite armies of consultants, mountains of change-management frameworks, and no shortage of executive resolve.
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But there are some key steps to take and signs to look for to protect yourself, according to tech consultants and law-enforcement experts.
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