professional
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Stark said she sought professional help in the form of a mental coach, sports psychologist and therapist and now believes she’s better able to withstand the scrutiny that comes with winning at the highest tier.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Brazilian teenager Leo Veiga had almost given up on his dream of becoming a professional footballer when artificial intelligence helped him secure a spot in the youth ranks of an Italian club.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
To be a professional singer-songwriter is to wonder where your next creation might come from.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
In the interview, he said he was "not a polished professional" when he was asked about concerns over his previous use of social media.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
When possible, listening to a professional play the piece can help with tempo decisions, but it is also reasonable for different performers to prefer slightly different tempos for the same piece.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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