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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Net income grew by 23% in 2025, and the pros see 33% growth this year and 20% in 2027.
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Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2026
Please celebrate responsibly—stay hydrated in the heat and let the pros handle the fireworks (this is not the year to lose a finger).
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Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
4 July 2026
Luckily, Japan has excellent next-day luggage delivery services, so pack an overnight carry-on and entrust oversized bags to the pros.
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Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
4 July 2026
Below are 15 summer nail colors that the pros predict will be hot as the temps start to rise.
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Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
2 July 2026
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Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2026
Please celebrate responsibly—stay hydrated in the heat and let the pros handle the fireworks (this is not the year to lose a finger).
—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
4 July 2026
Luckily, Japan has excellent next-day luggage delivery services, so pack an overnight carry-on and entrust oversized bags to the pros.
—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
4 July 2026
Below are 15 summer nail colors that the pros predict will be hot as the temps start to rise.
—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for the pros
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“The pros.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20pros. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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