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He has been playing tennis professionally for over ten years.

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Narrator

He has been playing tennis professionally for over ten years.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Information

He's been a professional tennis player for over a decade.

Making a Comparison

Compared to other players, he's been playing professionally for a remarkably long time.

Adding Detail

He's been playing tennis professionally for over ten years, achieving numerous victories.

Expressing Surprise

I can't believe he's been playing tennis professionally for over ten years!

Rephrased versions

Formal

His professional tennis career has spanned more than ten years.

Casual

He's been a pro tennis player for over ten years.

Simpler English

He's played tennis as a pro for more than ten years.

Phrases to learn

playing professionally

Competing in a sport as a paid athlete.

for over ten years

For a period exceeding ten years.