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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And a bit of a boost from the analytics department, with weighing the pros and cons of the play.
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Mike Kaye
august 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2025
Ahead, find the best retinol eye creams at every price point, straight from the pros.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 12 Aug. 2025
By spotlighting junior and collegiate players, the platform acts as a runway where talent is introduced, contextualized, and followed closely through the journey to the pros.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025
Luckily, Japan has excellent next-day luggage delivery services, so pack an overnight carry-on and entrust oversized bags to the pros.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
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Mike Kaye
august 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2025
Ahead, find the best retinol eye creams at every price point, straight from the pros.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 12 Aug. 2025
By spotlighting junior and collegiate players, the platform acts as a runway where talent is introduced, contextualized, and followed closely through the journey to the pros.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025
Luckily, Japan has excellent next-day luggage delivery services, so pack an overnight carry-on and entrust oversized bags to the pros.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
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 21 Aug. 2025.
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