1
as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
the new play is an unqualified success
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2
as in unfit
lacking qualities (as knowledge, skill, or ability) required to do a job
if we hire an unqualified candidate, we'll just be wasting our time
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as in unlimited
not limited or specialized in application or purpose
an unqualified denial of the charges
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Recent Examples of unqualified
The program has been an unqualified success — both for McDonald’s franchisees, which have used it to cultivate a skilled, loyal workforce, and for their employees, who appreciate the ability to earn and learn simultaneously.
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Ryan Stowers, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met for the first time on June 25 after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. fired all 17 original members on June 9, replacing them with members that critics have called unqualified.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 25 June 2025
Trump apparently sees no need for further negotiation, because the military strikes were, to him, an unqualified success.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 24 June 2025
In the event of such a case, a civil action can be filed against the unqualified candidate to remove his name from the ballot, and, once filed, the statute states that the court must hold a hearing and resolve the case within one week after the filing.
—Chris West, Baltimore Sun, 12 June 2025
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Ryan Stowers, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met for the first time on June 25 after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. fired all 17 original members on June 9, replacing them with members that critics have called unqualified.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 25 June 2025
Trump apparently sees no need for further negotiation, because the military strikes were, to him, an unqualified success.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 24 June 2025
In the event of such a case, a civil action can be filed against the unqualified candidate to remove his name from the ballot, and, once filed, the statute states that the court must hold a hearing and resolve the case within one week after the filing.
—Chris West, Baltimore Sun, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unqualified
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Nonetheless, my hopeful response to my own question is that the transformed form of nature can also be the subject of humanity’s unconditional love.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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The unconditional love a therapy dog provides when visiting those battling an illness can be that source of hope.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
9 July 2025
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While red flags were posted on nearby sections of the beach, her lawsuit alleges the city should have known the entire area was unfit for swimming.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
21 July 2025
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Trump's nomination of Adams this month stirred outrage among some of the president's opponents at home who said Adams was unfit for the job.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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Please consider supporting local journalism and getting unlimited digital access.—
Violet Ikonomova,
Freep.com,
21 July 2025
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Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
20 July 2025
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Today, dark matter and dark energy — together composing 95% of the contents of the universe — remain utter mysteries.—
Jenna Ahart,
Quanta Magazine,
11 July 2025
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This approach came into being several years ago after the Medical Board’s last confidential diversion system was deemed an utter failure and patients were harmed at the hands of struggling doctors.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
10 July 2025
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Mestre’s indictment comes after he was initially deemed incompetent to stand trial by a judge in April.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Employees may view them as entitled or incompetent, regardless of their true abilities.—
Anatoly Iofe,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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This year’s crop of unrestricted free agents was quite underwhelming.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The Lakers agreed to terms with Ayton, who was an unrestricted free agent after agreeing to a contract buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers last weekend, on a two-year, $16.6 million contract with a player option for the 2026-27 season.—
Khobi Price,
Oc Register,
7 July 2025
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The defense is claiming two reasons for dismissal: That Dugan has absolute immunity as a judge on official acts like deciding when a case is called and also that the prosecution is an example of government overreach.—
Daniel Bice,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
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For the consumer who truly wants the absolute best optics, glass is still the best material available.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Here, Rodel shares how to make the unfitted kitchen trend your own, one statement-worthy piece at a time.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 May 2025
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Mix Materials The beauty in the unfitted kitchen aesthetic is found in its collected look.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 May 2025
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“Unqualified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unqualified. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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