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noun
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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
We must support new and expanded Ph.D. programs, as well as auxiliary assistance with professional development and research.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
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- workforce training
- skill stacking
- career pathing
- upskilling
- future-proofing
Possible Antonyms
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- career plateau
- de-skilling
- resting on laurels
