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Recent Examples of eligible
The incentives, running through 2036, survived intact with a few tweaks and the addition of music scoring costs, which are eligible for an additional 10% incentive as long as five musicians are hired to perform work in New York State.
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 9 May 2025
Under the new provisions, productions that invest at least $100 million in eligible costs across at least two projects will be eligible for an additional 10% through 2028.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 9 May 2025
After a little more than 24 hours of anticipation, the telltale white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel on Thursday — signaling that the Roman Catholic Church’s 133 eligible cardinals had come to a two-thirds majority vote on who the next pope should be.
—Mariel Padilla, Them., 8 May 2025
Nuñez, who also is a former state House member, is making an annual base salary of $850,000 as interim president and is eligible for a bonus up to 15%, according to information released in February.
—Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2025
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 9 May 2025
Under the new provisions, productions that invest at least $100 million in eligible costs across at least two projects will be eligible for an additional 10% through 2028.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 9 May 2025
After a little more than 24 hours of anticipation, the telltale white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel on Thursday — signaling that the Roman Catholic Church’s 133 eligible cardinals had come to a two-thirds majority vote on who the next pope should be.
—Mariel Padilla, Them., 8 May 2025
Nuñez, who also is a former state House member, is making an annual base salary of $850,000 as interim president and is eligible for a bonus up to 15%, according to information released in February.
—Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eligible
Adjective
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Although the news came as a big shock to many, his family believes that there is no one more qualified to lead the church.—
Linda Marx,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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The letter also asks Trump to extend Section 181 of the federal tax code and increase the caps on tax-deductible qualified film and TV production expenditures, as well as reinstating the ability to carry back losses, which the groups say would give production companies more financial stability.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
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After 12 Days Tony Botti, a public information officer for the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office said during the news conference that officials are incredulous that Slaton was able to travel so far via bicycle and on foot.—
Jillian Frankel,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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The office would be able to investigate complaints and sue companies over violations.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
15 May 2025
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Stress, when left unmanaged, causes even capable professionals to respond impulsively, misinterpret feedback, or withdraw from collaboration, undermining their credibility and advancement opportunities.—
Kara Dennison,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Don’t miss your opportunity to get your hands on a capable productivity machine with enough oomph for productivity and content creation tasks for $380 less.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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The area’s labor pool can satisfy practically any employer’s requirements, from upper management, technical and office workers to skilled employees for the production line.—
Rohit Arora,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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While patients and providers say teletherapy is effective and easier to get than in-person services, experts in the field noted that teletherapy often requires a skilled mental health practitioner trained to pick up subtle communication cues.—
Phillip Reese,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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Working with competent logistics and shipping partners will give you access to detailed information about compliance and about duties and taxes in each marketplace.—
Greg Hewitt,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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If the Huskies can play postseason football and make the NCAA tournament in basketball and hockey, why can’t the Minutemen be at least competent in all three?—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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Be prepared to give identification and proof of property ownership to deputies.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
16 May 2025
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The software is not adequately prepared to do that.—
Caroline Howard,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Eligible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eligible. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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