as in professionals
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
She plays baseball like a pro.
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Recent Examples of pros
Both gatherings will feature NFL pros, celebrities and dedicated flag players from Team USA, but after that, the comparisons largely end.
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Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026
This isn’t newbie stuff; this is two old pros giving it their all.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
Some golf teaching pros call this the Vardon grip, named after the golfer who popularized its use, Harry Vardon, more than a century ago.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Of course, even tech pros seem to be struggling to control their AI assistants at times.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
Ring Solar Path Lights Ring Solar Path Light has so many pros, starting with the chic design that blends into the landscape.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2026
To determine the fan-favorite destinations for beer, the website turned to its editors and beer pros.
—Jenna Eason, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
Laundry Rooms & Mudrooms Another area of the house our pros say these shelves work in is your laundry room or mudroom.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
But the Oracle of Omaha's approach to managing cash is nevertheless in line with what many financial pros recommend for their clients.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026
This isn’t newbie stuff; this is two old pros giving it their all.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
Some golf teaching pros call this the Vardon grip, named after the golfer who popularized its use, Harry Vardon, more than a century ago.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Of course, even tech pros seem to be struggling to control their AI assistants at times.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
Ring Solar Path Lights Ring Solar Path Light has so many pros, starting with the chic design that blends into the landscape.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2026
To determine the fan-favorite destinations for beer, the website turned to its editors and beer pros.
—Jenna Eason, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
Laundry Rooms & Mudrooms Another area of the house our pros say these shelves work in is your laundry room or mudroom.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
But the Oracle of Omaha's approach to managing cash is nevertheless in line with what many financial pros recommend for their clients.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pros
Noun
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Our clients are generally professionals seeking experiential luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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These professionals apply data analytics, GPS, sensor technology, and drone usage to optimize crop yields and input use.—
Metro Creative Services,
Boston Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Minnesota killing off a late-period penalty was about the only highlight for Wild fans, who went to the second intermission a bit stunned at the deficit facing their team.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
16 Mar. 2026
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Zendaya first sparked wedding rumors last month when she was spotted with a gold band in place of her usual rock, though fans were unsure if the actor had simply turned her ring towards her palm or switched to a simpler ring to keep the real one safe.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Pros.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pros. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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