the pros
plural noun
US, somewhat informal
: the professional level of competition in a sport
He is playing in the pros now.
Examples of the pros in a Sentence
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According to the pros, the main issue with hard water comes down to the buildup of mineral deposits on and in your hair, and the leftover product that can’t be fully washed out, both of which leave behind a residue on the hair shaft.
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 2 Apr. 2024
This article explores alternative avenues of BTC self-custody available to investors, such as Bitcoin ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) and BTC investment companies; assesses the pros and cons of each; and addresses the importance of paying attention to regulatory considerations.
—Victoria Chynoweth, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
Now, commissioners are weighing the pros and cons of using the $29 million to upgrade the existing building or start anew.
—Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2024
The group discussed the pros and cons and concluded that staying in China would provide more comfort and stability.
—Christina Knight, The Atlantic, 23 Mar. 2024
This was not unexpected, the Trojans having plenty of talent that has grabbed the interest of the pros.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2024
But for the past eight years, one corner of the internet has devoted every single day to determining the ideal method, debating the pros and cons of prerinsing, cutlery trays, dishwasher tablet brands, and whether hand washing is a crime.
—David Gilbert, WIRED, 12 Mar. 2024
The action means the city and its real estate consultant will take a closer look at the pros and cons of creating a tax increment financing district to pay for public infrastructure in and around the project area.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2024
Anthony Vaccarello’s latest show for Saint Laurent divided opinions, with the pros and cons often falling along gender lines.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2024
Sophia Panych, Allure, 2 Apr. 2024
This article explores alternative avenues of BTC self-custody available to investors, such as Bitcoin ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) and BTC investment companies; assesses the pros and cons of each; and addresses the importance of paying attention to regulatory considerations.
—Victoria Chynoweth, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
Now, commissioners are weighing the pros and cons of using the $29 million to upgrade the existing building or start anew.
—Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2024
The group discussed the pros and cons and concluded that staying in China would provide more comfort and stability.
—Christina Knight, The Atlantic, 23 Mar. 2024
This was not unexpected, the Trojans having plenty of talent that has grabbed the interest of the pros.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2024
But for the past eight years, one corner of the internet has devoted every single day to determining the ideal method, debating the pros and cons of prerinsing, cutlery trays, dishwasher tablet brands, and whether hand washing is a crime.
—David Gilbert, WIRED, 12 Mar. 2024
The action means the city and its real estate consultant will take a closer look at the pros and cons of creating a tax increment financing district to pay for public infrastructure in and around the project area.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2024
Anthony Vaccarello’s latest show for Saint Laurent divided opinions, with the pros and cons often falling along gender lines.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2024
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“The pros.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20pros. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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