as in suitable
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
the candidate has demonstrated that he is amply qualified for the position
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as in modified
to limit the meaning of (as a noun)
qualifying the noun "adventure" in the title of your story with a descriptive adjective would make it more attention-grabbing
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as in equipped
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
raising five children has qualified her to be an advice columnist on parenting
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as in authorized
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
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as in enabled
to give official or legal power to
passing the state bar exam will qualify you to practice law
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Recent Examples of qualified
Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2026
The initiative aims to provide a more diverse set of qualified candidates for interviews and has been part of Nike’s DEI programs to boost inclusion.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Dale Denwalt, Oklahoman, 1 Feb. 2026
In general, talk shows have qualified for the equal opportunities exemption as a bona fide news interview, ever since the FCC granted an exemption to Jay Leno’s Tonight Show in 1996.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Ravin strenuously objected to the city’s numbers, saying the health center treated many more qualified residents.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2026
The initiative aims to provide a more diverse set of qualified candidates for interviews and has been part of Nike’s DEI programs to boost inclusion.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
This includes those who have qualified for conditional entry under the asylum and refugee laws or based on urgent humanitarian reasons, such as survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking.
—Dale Denwalt, Oklahoman, 1 Feb. 2026
In general, talk shows have qualified for the equal opportunities exemption as a bona fide news interview, ever since the FCC granted an exemption to Jay Leno’s Tonight Show in 1996.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualified
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In addition, invest in a professional headshot (often available through career development offices) and begin assembling a versatile professional wardrobe suitable for interviews and a variety of workplace settings.—
Micki Meyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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This ultimately means that a suitable cathode must still be paired with it to create a complete battery cell.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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After The Odd Couple — also created by Garry Marshall — ended its run in 1975, the apartment set from that series was modified to become Laverne and Shirley’s Milwaukee residence.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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In the wake of the cheating, FIS has modified its rules and brought in a coordinator to oversee screening of gear and hired former Austrian ski jumper Mathias Hafele to work as equipment expert.—
Brian Melley,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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Milligan officials said the fieldhouse was equipped with multiple carbon monoxide detectors that did not activate, and maintenance staff is actively investigating why the detectors did not set off alarms.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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With such broad big-brand experience, Mulier may be well equipped to navigate the machinations of Versace and the Prada Group.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
5 Feb. 2026
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The official spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to brief the media.—
JON GAMBRELL THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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According to law enforcement sources not authorized to discuss the case publicly, there was evidence that someone had forced their way inside her Tucson home.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Additionally, simple material upgrades—like switching to a better insulating oil—enabled significantly higher energy storage capacity.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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If your phone has a setting to automatically record the date and time on each photo, ensure it is enabled.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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At least the Celebrinis are exceptionally competent.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2026
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The Kings have struggled to find competent wing defenders beyond Murray for years and Hunter represents another option to play both forward spots next to Murray in the starting lineup or coming off the bench.—
HECTOR AMEZCUA,
Sacbee.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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The announcement came as the British government prepared legislation to eject Mandelson from the House of Lords and remove the noble title, Lord Mandelson, that came with his seat in the chamber.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Besides Cherfilus-McCormick and her brother Edwin, Nadege Leblanc, a staffer for the congresswoman, is a defendant in the case, as is David Spencer, who prepared the congresswoman’s tax return for 2021.—
David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Feb. 2026
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Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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Different jurisdictions are entitled to pursue AI on their own timelines, with their own safeguards and mixes of vendors.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2026
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