1
as in declaration
a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something
the weekly profession of faith by the members of the congregation
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as in vocation
the activity by which one regularly makes a living
a gifted communicator, he was very good at his chosen profession: teaching
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Recent Examples of profession
Why don’t young people see carpentry or glass-making as a relevant or compelling profession?
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Rachel Gallaher, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2024
And so to choose a profession that would further challenge my grandmother or anybody in my family to have to support me in any way was irresponsible.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
For the captain in our show, kerosene makes his profession obsolete.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 18 Nov. 2024
The unimpressed-looking stoic bride was captured munching on a snack while the groom addressed an endearing profession of love to her as her wedding party looked on.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Rachel Gallaher, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2024
And so to choose a profession that would further challenge my grandmother or anybody in my family to have to support me in any way was irresponsible.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
For the captain in our show, kerosene makes his profession obsolete.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 18 Nov. 2024
The unimpressed-looking stoic bride was captured munching on a snack while the groom addressed an endearing profession of love to her as her wedding party looked on.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for profession
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But rest assured that one thing can always make these two singular legends set aside their declarations of career independence: the Christmas spirit.Nancy Kruh, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
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The promise of regulatory cuts may prove more compelling as a declaration of war against the status quo than a nitty-gritty elimination of individual rules, experts said.Max Zahn, ABC News, 26 Nov. 2024
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These three basics allow young people to acquire knowledge that is profitable, relationships that are priceless, and a vocation that elevates their self-worth.Bruno V. Manno, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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The nonprofit keeps rents at 30% of monthly income, freeing up enough money for participants to attend school or develop a vocation, Ludlam said.Aldo Svaldi, The Denver Post, 24 Nov. 2024
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At the report’s heart is the assertion that neutrality is necessary for maintaining the conditions most conducive to a university’s purpose of providing transformative education and pathbreaking research.Daniel Diermeier, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Google didn't respond to a request for comment on the assertion.Paresh Dave, WIRED, 20 Nov. 2024
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Kurt Volker was the U.S. government’s last envoy devoted to ending Russia’s occupation of parts of Ukraine and bolstering U.S. and European support for Ukraine.Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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In total, the country has enough lithium to produce 15 million electric car batteries, though one of the sites is already under Russian occupation and another is close to the front line, said Vasiuk.Siobhán O’Grady, arkansasonline.com, 26 Nov. 2024
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So, the film’s makeup designer Frances Hannon — who was thrilled by the actor’s insistence — took on the challenge of finding the right verdant hue.Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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Biden’s reckless insistence on running again despite the visible signs of his aging may well have been the 2024 campaign’s most consequential decision.Susan B. Glasser, The New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2024
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This work boot from Timberland has a waterproof suede upper, recycled fabric, breathable lining, and a rubber sole for reliable traction.Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2024
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Brescia added that going after Defense work has recently become more socially acceptable in tech circles.BYKali Hays, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2024
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After all, top athletes regularly use ice baths, and there are countless studies to back up its proponents’ claims.Audrey Noble, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2024
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However, the judge rejected James’ claim in the lawsuit that alleged SiriusXM had engaged in fraud and deception by misleading subscribers seeking to cancel their accounts.Todd Spangler, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
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The clauses are often buried in the fine print of employment contracts and not only force arbitration but also prevent the collection of evidence to support a claim.Sheila Callaham, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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True to the contemporary definition of employment, Chiswick and Robinson’s method only includes the unreported workers who produced goods or services that indeed generated pay for the family, even if that income or employment was reported individually to the Census at the time.Tiana Lowe Doescher, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Profession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profession. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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