the pros
plural noun
US, somewhat informal
: the professional level of competition in a sport
He is playing in the pros now.
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Here are the warning signs the pros say to look for and address to prevent a surprise issue.
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 June 2026
What are the pros of investing in gold?
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 17 June 2026
At the same time, the process of Jessie navigating the pros and cons of consumer tech finds this franchise at its best.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 16 June 2026
What are the pros and cons there?
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 15 June 2026
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 June 2026
What are the pros of investing in gold?
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 17 June 2026
At the same time, the process of Jessie navigating the pros and cons of consumer tech finds this franchise at its best.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 16 June 2026
What are the pros and cons there?
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for the pros
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“The pros.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20pros. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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