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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
From a qualifications level, among other things, Vein pointed out Pratt’s financial challenges as well as Pratt’s association with Alex Jones, the conspiracy theorist who was found liable to parents for a conspiracy theory that the Sandy Hook massacre was a hoax.
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 May 2026
But job qualifications — even for early-career job seekers — don’t rest entirely on the backs of diplomas.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
Credentialing standards differ across borders, so what looks like an equivalent qualification on paper may not be.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
Idaho attorneys weigh in on judicial candidates in survey
Attorneys from all over the state rated the judicial candidates’ qualifications, including their knowledge and understanding of the law, in a survey conducted by the Idaho State Bar.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 13 May 2026
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 May 2026
But job qualifications — even for early-career job seekers — don’t rest entirely on the backs of diplomas.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
Credentialing standards differ across borders, so what looks like an equivalent qualification on paper may not be.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026
Idaho attorneys weigh in on judicial candidates in survey
Attorneys from all over the state rated the judicial candidates’ qualifications, including their knowledge and understanding of the law, in a survey conducted by the Idaho State Bar.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualification
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No creativity Tottenham’s absence of a natural ball progressor in midfield hindered their capabilities in attack.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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More importantly, such economies fail to build the industrial capabilities that generate lasting national wealth.—
W. Gyude Moore,
semafor.com,
25 May 2026
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After the siege of Detroit began, Gladwin sent soldiers to Niagara to obtain provisions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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In response to the lawsuit, the NFL and teams sought to compel arbitration based on the coaches' employment contracts and a provision of the NFL Constitution that gives the NFL commissioner, Goodell, authority to arbitrate disputes between coaches and member clubs.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
26 May 2026
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These two rating increases also are a result of 12 years of sound, responsible budgetary choices made by the city department heads and Detroit City Council, alongside the expertise of our Chief Financial Officers.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Theresa was a dance coach Theresa brought her expertise in dance and cheerleading to Quakenbrück in 2009, quickly becoming a driving force behind the local cheer community.—
Nasha Smith,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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This veto aligns with Polis’ veto of a similar bill last year that featured a 48-hour warrant compliance requirement and stricter self-policing by the platforms.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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They were freed with the requirement that the mother and Habiba would wear ankle monitors and the family would appear for frequent check-ins.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Iran's ability to impede shipping traffic through the strait, which transports roughly 20% of the world's oil, has roiled the global economy and driven up gas prices in the United States.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
24 May 2026
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Davis’ ability to reflect and respond with his pithy probing of the disagreeing chord turned chaos into something cogent.—
Steven D. Reske,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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Search for a director of football Sources with knowledge of the situation — who, like all those cited in this piece, spoke on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships — say Nuno will have a big say in the appointment of a director of football.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Attacks on statutory rights are pushing these countries back to conditions reminiscent of the late nineteenth century, when poverty and slums were the norm for a working class with no social safety net.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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But a return to tip-top command – often what eludes a Tommy John patient the most – and stuff will require patience.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
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Costa Rica’s Deep Sea Costa Rica’s biodiversity is the stuff of nature documentaries, but most travelers only ever see one slice of it at a time.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
23 May 2026
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But Everton could do with planning for the future in central defence, perhaps by finding an emerging talent in the 18- to 21-year-old age bracket who could eventually displace Keane or Tarkowski.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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Salaries for skilled tradespeople are rising, especially as data center developers seek to attract top talent.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
24 May 2026
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“Qualification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualification. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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