as in specialists
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
If you want the job done right, you really should hire a professional.
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Recent Examples of professionals
Consequently, high-earning professionals will be forced to downshift into gig economy roles, flooding the labor supply and pushing down wages across the entire economy.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2026
Motivated to recognize the Black culinary professionals who had long been ignored by the industry, in 1993 Randall founded the African American Chefs Hall of Fame, as part of the Taste of Heritage Foundation.
—Brad Johnson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Rotary Club of Chicago was founded by attorney Paul Harris so professionals with diverse backgrounds could exchange ideas and form friendships.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
And even though writers — whose currency is the very non-AI realm of imagination and humor — may be in a comparatively good position relative to set designers and other physical production professionals, the mood remained bleak just the same.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 23 Feb. 2026
If the public and professionals are concerned and unanimous, the only possible response today lies with politicians.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 23 Feb. 2026
As its reputation grew nationally and its attendance grew, Cypress Gardens became a favorite spot for photographers – amateurs and professionals.
—Roger Simmons, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2026
Artists, like professionals in many industries, fear replacement, Saltz said.
—Brit McCandless Farmer, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
Serenity Spa has grown across the US and Canada, creating hundreds of opportunities for estheticians, receptionists, and other spa professionals.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2026
Motivated to recognize the Black culinary professionals who had long been ignored by the industry, in 1993 Randall founded the African American Chefs Hall of Fame, as part of the Taste of Heritage Foundation.
—Brad Johnson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Rotary Club of Chicago was founded by attorney Paul Harris so professionals with diverse backgrounds could exchange ideas and form friendships.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
And even though writers — whose currency is the very non-AI realm of imagination and humor — may be in a comparatively good position relative to set designers and other physical production professionals, the mood remained bleak just the same.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 23 Feb. 2026
If the public and professionals are concerned and unanimous, the only possible response today lies with politicians.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 23 Feb. 2026
As its reputation grew nationally and its attendance grew, Cypress Gardens became a favorite spot for photographers – amateurs and professionals.
—Roger Simmons, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2026
Artists, like professionals in many industries, fear replacement, Saltz said.
—Brit McCandless Farmer, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
Serenity Spa has grown across the US and Canada, creating hundreds of opportunities for estheticians, receptionists, and other spa professionals.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for professionals
Noun
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It was reviewed and edited by a team of content specialists.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
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Klepac, who is certified by the Passive House Institute to design exceptionally energy-efficient homes, works with specialists who seal everything from can lights and other electrical features to floorboards and crawl spaces.—
Jessica Elliott,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Consulting firms invested billions with hopes to lead companies through the AI boom, but clients found many consultants lacked AI expertise themselves.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
25 Feb. 2026
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The consultants found that the library system is already 20-30% too small for Boise’s size.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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