1
as in capability
a skill, an ability, or knowledge that makes a person able to do a particular job
the fashion firm was looking for an applicant who could list superior sewing skills among his or her qualifications
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as in provision
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends
will give us his permission to go to the conference with the qualification that we make up the time later
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Recent Examples of qualification
Cantrell is a former department manager in the Patient Access department, and said Webb often promoted his friends and relatives to hospital positions regardless of qualifications.
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Beth Warren, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Newgarden car and teammate Will Power’s were sent to the back of the Indy 500 lineup for after violating IndyCar rules with alterations to their cars’ attenuators during May 18 qualifications.
—Shari Rudavsky, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
But with five remaining (automatic qualification) spots up for grabs on both sides, the race is somewhat open.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 July 2025
Neither man came to their current positions with strong qualifications.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025
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Beth Warren, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Newgarden car and teammate Will Power’s were sent to the back of the Indy 500 lineup for after violating IndyCar rules with alterations to their cars’ attenuators during May 18 qualifications.
—Shari Rudavsky, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
But with five remaining (automatic qualification) spots up for grabs on both sides, the race is somewhat open.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 July 2025
Neither man came to their current positions with strong qualifications.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualification
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The standard set by Tesla's software ecosystem, which includes autonomous driving capabilities and over-the-air updates, is bar none.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 July 2025
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Williams also brought in massive changes to its technical staff, that are improving the team's aerodynamic capabilities.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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The tax provisions covered in the outcome document are written in a general manner, but when read in tandem with the Sevilla Platform for Action, a stronger picture emerges of the U.N.’s goals for the next decade.—
Nana Ama Sarfo,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The material should not be provided to any person in a jurisdiction where its provision or use would be contrary to local laws, rules, or regulations.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
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That input bridges the gap between operational expertise and application development, with the bonus of building a continuous improvement engine powered by those who understand the work best.—
Ed Jennings,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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In a way, the dichotomy simply reflects the challenge our team faces each day: Provide news in the moment, with expertise and precision, then add context and depth around important and complicated topics to help readers understand what is happening and why.—
Greg Borowski,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
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Select airports have begun to allow passengers to keep their shoes on while going through security checkpoints, and phasing out the requirement could soon extend to all airports nationwide.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
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The rates are based on an assumption that workers are paid $15.75 an hour, although there's no requirement for employers to pay that rate.—
Cleo Krejci,
jsonline.com,
8 July 2025
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Home health care offers patients the ability to continue to live at home even when facing temporary or longer-term physical challenges.—
Newsweek Rankings,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
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The three main causes of hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 July 2025
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Talking with detainees about living conditions is the most important part of a tour, Eskamani said.—
Kairi Lowery,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 July 2025
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Other health conditions: People with metabolic disorders like obesity or diabetes are at higher risk for developing MASH.—
Suchandrima Bhowmik,
Health,
12 July 2025
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There are a bunch of other groups of other schools that do literally the same stuff as you.—
Seth Emerson,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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But instead of tossing the excess, Sanchez decided to see if the stuff could be turned into bricks.—
LEW SICHELMAN,
Miami Herald,
10 July 2025
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Despite the car's issues, Verstappen's talent behind the wheel enabled him to win his fourth championship, but Perez found the car too difficult to drive.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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His early stardom never quite translated into a stable senior career as opportunities dried up in a system overflowing with talent.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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“Qualification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualification. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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