as in professionals
a person who has a lot of training, knowledge, or skill in a particular area
She was a specialist in chemical engineering with many years of experience.
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Recent Examples of specialists
These units include combat controllers, pararescuemen, and tactical air control specialists.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
Access to mental health specialists trained in understanding the risks of violent extremism can make a huge difference, said Brette Steele, president of Eradicate Hate Global Summit, which formed in 2018 in the aftermath of the Tree of Life Synagogue massacre in Pittsburgh.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Many of the new prescriptions have been written by general practitioners, rather than weight-loss specialists.
—Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 18 Mar. 2026
It was reviewed and edited by a team of content specialists.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 18 Mar. 2026
Another 14% transitioned to intensive lifestyle modification programs, working closely with dietitians and exercise specialists.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 18 Mar. 2026
After 50 years of providing medical care to Guyana and Jamaica nationals, Cuba is withdrawing its doctors and other health specialists that have been a cornerstone of Caribbean healthcare.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
The ranking compares metro areas based on pollen levels, medication use and access to specialists.
—Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
Access to mental health specialists trained in understanding the risks of violent extremism can make a huge difference, said Brette Steele, president of Eradicate Hate Global Summit, which formed in 2018 in the aftermath of the Tree of Life Synagogue massacre in Pittsburgh.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Many of the new prescriptions have been written by general practitioners, rather than weight-loss specialists.
—Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 18 Mar. 2026
It was reviewed and edited by a team of content specialists.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 18 Mar. 2026
Another 14% transitioned to intensive lifestyle modification programs, working closely with dietitians and exercise specialists.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 18 Mar. 2026
After 50 years of providing medical care to Guyana and Jamaica nationals, Cuba is withdrawing its doctors and other health specialists that have been a cornerstone of Caribbean healthcare.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
The ranking compares metro areas based on pollen levels, medication use and access to specialists.
—Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialists
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Screener sharing is so ubiquitous in Hollywood, says the filmmakers, that even seasoned professionals rarely stop to think about the potential consequences to filmmakers should a leak happen.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Mar. 2026
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Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds - from financial professionals to everyday individuals - come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
23 Mar. 2026
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Actor Issa Rae, musician Bela Fleck and author Louise Penny were among the numerous artists who withdrew from appearances, while consultants such as musician Ben Folds and singer Renée Fleming resigned.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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Email trail The Dallas Morning News reviewed nearly 5,000 pages of emails exchanged over the past 12 months among city officials, consultants and others at City Hall.—
Nick Wooten,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Specialists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialists. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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