pros-

¹

1. a combining form meaning “toward; near,” used in the formation of compound words.

   proskomide.

2. a combining form meaning “in front of; forward,” used in the formation of compound words.

   prosencephalon.

pros.

²

abbreviation

1. proscenium.

2. prosody.

Example Sentences

Some people weigh the pros and cons and prefer to rent.

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Even more troubling, the first month of this NFL season has raised questions about Belichick’s final years in the pros.

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Regular homeowners who can’t sell their properties are renting them out instead, and the growing number of “accidental landlords” is a headache for pros.

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Appeared in the October 1, 2025, print edition as '‘Accidental Landlords’ Vie With Pros'.

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Now the two spend their days on social media dissecting the pros and cons of every smell.

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