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professional

[pruh-fesh-uh-nl] / prəˈfɛʃ ə nl /




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"The chair served as a means of private professional development for the person under investigation," the judge wrote when he charged Gomez.

From Barron's • Jun. 20, 2026

Freeman credits his father, a member of the Packers Hall of Fame, with teaching him the fine art of becoming a professional athlete.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

"While I will no longer be able to continue this work in my current role, my commitment to the principles, values, and objectives that have guided my professional life remains unchanged," he added.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

Contrast that with Wright, whose exposure at the academy level helped him get stamped as one of the country’s top youth players, opening up professional opportunities before he was old enough to vote.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

The second section addresses personal assessment in relation to your professional development and career goals.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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