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 pros and cons behind each election season.
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Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2026
The 48 volunteers joined the pros during the day-long event on West Washington Avenue in Santa Ana, where crews are building six townhomes that are approximately 1,430 square feet.
—Paul Bersebach, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
His negative play rate — something that tends to be difficult to improve on in the pros — is a red flag.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
These tips will not only make the pros’ cleaning experience more productive, but could save you some time, too.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
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Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2026
The 48 volunteers joined the pros during the day-long event on West Washington Avenue in Santa Ana, where crews are building six townhomes that are approximately 1,430 square feet.
—Paul Bersebach, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
His negative play rate — something that tends to be difficult to improve on in the pros — is a red flag.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
These tips will not only make the pros’ cleaning experience more productive, but could save you some time, too.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 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 12 Mar. 2026.
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