as in professional
having or showing trained ability in a particular field of knowledge
All the the conference attendees thought of themselves as pro coders. He practiced hours on end in hopes of becoming a pro golfer.
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as in fan
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
She plays baseball like a pro.
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Recent Examples of pro
Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026
The National Republican Senatorial Committee posted a pro-Collins video on X that resembled a 1980s video game.
—Patrick Whittle, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
Few athletes can sizzle quite like Nelly Korda, the daughter of Czech tennis pros who raised a golf star in Florida.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 9 June 2026
Dan Wolken, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2023
That matched the second-highest finish by a Sun Devil, the other coming from current PGA pro Jon Rahm in 2016.
—Michelle Gardner, The Arizona Republic, 27 May 2021
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Adjective
That group included new assistant GM Kyle Smith; senior personnel executives Shaun Herock and Jon Robinson; director of pro scouting Venzell Boulware; scout Jack Schneider and assistant director of player personnel Josh Scobey.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026
The National Republican Senatorial Committee posted a pro-Collins video on X that resembled a 1980s video game.
—Patrick Whittle, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Noun
The shot-blocking, dunk-delivering Wembanyama is eminently marketable, from his tantalizing talent — the third-year pro is the NBA’s unanimous Defensive Player of the Year and third-place MVP finisher — to his composure at the podium.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
Few athletes can sizzle quite like Nelly Korda, the daughter of Czech tennis pros who raised a golf star in Florida.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 9 June 2026
Preposition
The backstory: Since bringing in longtime pro Wayne Ferreira as coach and taking his game more seriously, Tiafoe has really transformed his career over the last couple years.
—Dan Wolken, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2023
That matched the second-highest finish by a Sun Devil, the other coming from current PGA pro Jon Rahm in 2016.
—Michelle Gardner, The Arizona Republic, 27 May 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pro
Adjective
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Former professional wrestler and actor Tyler Mane announced he has been diagnosed with breast cancer.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Those individuals who are experiencing lingering symptoms should see an eye care professional for help.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
Noun
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But a World Cup viewing party at the El Jardin restaurant drew a trio of Swiss fans to watch as their country took on Qatar just up the road in Santa Clara.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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England’s World Cup team received a loud cheer from fans on Saturday afternoon as the players ran onto Victory Field at Swope Soccer Village.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
Preposition
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The new configuration set up the 40th as a bitter and expensive primary, with two sitting House members expected to battle for their political survival.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Attendance is free, although there are passes available for purchase with premium services.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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“Pro.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pro. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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