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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In its top 500 draft prospect rankings, Baseball America has only three pitchers — not counting three two-way players expected to focus on hitting in the pros — among its top 20.
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Matt Weyrich, Baltimore Sun, 13 July 2024
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In terms of which concealers to consider, the pros suggest products that are brightening and hydrating.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 11 July 2024
After attending the University of North Carolina, his father’s alma mater, Newman Delany had until recently resisted the pros–and conflicts–of following his dad’s footsteps into college sports.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 11 July 2024
Suffice to say Wilson is totally satisfied with the way things have gone for him in the pros so far.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2024
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Matt Weyrich, Baltimore Sun, 13 July 2024
Super Coverage Concealer $36 Amazon $36 Sephora $36 Nordstrom
Courtesy of brand
Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Face and Under-Eye Concealer
$42
Nordstrom
$51
Amazon
In terms of which concealers to consider, the pros suggest products that are brightening and hydrating.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 11 July 2024
After attending the University of North Carolina, his father’s alma mater, Newman Delany had until recently resisted the pros–and conflicts–of following his dad’s footsteps into college sports.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 11 July 2024
Suffice to say Wilson is totally satisfied with the way things have gone for him in the pros so far.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2024
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“The pros.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20pros. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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