as in professionals
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 pros
Creatives can check a large item off their wishlist for heavy-duty photo and video editing, plus other pros will enjoy plenty of space for data analysis, coding, and other multitasking projects.
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K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
29 June 2026
Here are three stocks favored by some of Wall Street’s top pros, according to TipRanks, a platform that ranks analysts based on their past performance.
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Tipranks.com Staff,
CNBC,
28 June 2026
For tax pros, that means Circular 230 still matters.
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Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Seattle walks away with two likely pros.
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Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
While some laundry pros recommend against its use, other experts do understand that fabric softener has its positives as well.
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Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Finally, each selection was vetted by an industry expert, and our panel of pros included those listed below.
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Jenny Berg,
Glamour,
25 June 2026
The set gives DIYers and pros a comprehensive selection that saves big bucks over buying router bits one at a time.
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Andrew P. Collins,
The Drive,
25 June 2026
The Pro will be no less weighty, but if need to travel up to 140 miles (225 km) per trip then the numerous pros will outweigh the single con.
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Paul Ridden
june 23,
New Atlas,
23 June 2026
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
29 June 2026
Here are three stocks favored by some of Wall Street’s top pros, according to TipRanks, a platform that ranks analysts based on their past performance.
—
Tipranks.com Staff,
CNBC,
28 June 2026
For tax pros, that means Circular 230 still matters.
—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Seattle walks away with two likely pros.
—
Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
While some laundry pros recommend against its use, other experts do understand that fabric softener has its positives as well.
—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Finally, each selection was vetted by an industry expert, and our panel of pros included those listed below.
—
Jenny Berg,
Glamour,
25 June 2026
The set gives DIYers and pros a comprehensive selection that saves big bucks over buying router bits one at a time.
—
Andrew P. Collins,
The Drive,
25 June 2026
The Pro will be no less weighty, but if need to travel up to 140 miles (225 km) per trip then the numerous pros will outweigh the single con.
—
Paul Ridden
june 23,
New Atlas,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pros
Noun
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Pool professionals, water experts and federal websites report that warm water and sunlight are prone to create algae issues in ponds, pools and fountains.
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Throughout treatment and surgical intervention, these professionals put a special focus on protecting kids’ growth plates, ensuring their future bone development is unimpeded and supported.
Noun
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Both groups of fans put on a good showing to wrap up the group-stage games, and all could be seen celebrating after each of the three goals from their country’s athletes.
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Every four years, fans pour into stadiums, sports bars and watch parties to cheer some of the world’s fittest athletes.
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