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as in modifies
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 prepares
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 entitles
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
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as in enables
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 qualifies
Four of the 127 units are designated as affordable for very low income residents, meaning the building qualifies for exemption from parking requirements through city incentives.
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Tyler Faurot, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Here’s what to know about who qualifies, how much Wi-Fi typically costs and how American’s policy compares with other major airlines.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Several rules apply to car loan interest deduction While many car buyers will be thrilled to get a tax break on their car loan interest, figuring out who actually qualifies could prove to be excruciatingly painful.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
That invites speculation on what qualifies as a MAHA program.
—Isabella Cueto, STAT, 29 Dec. 2025
The quadrant's aging pavement no longer qualifies for grants, and the airport wants to build hangars compatible with modern general and business aviation, Mester said.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 19 Dec. 2025
There’s no hard and fast rule around what qualifies as a blue-collar job — but traditionally these are positions that involve manual labor or skilled trades, such as operating machinery and building infrastructure.
—Nayeli Jaramillo-Plata, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
In the era where something goes viral weekly (and attention spans are devastatingly shorter), what exactly qualifies as the best trend when we are inundated with them?
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2025
Selling after three years allows a 50% exclusion, and selling after four years qualifies for 75%.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Tyler Faurot, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Here’s what to know about who qualifies, how much Wi-Fi typically costs and how American’s policy compares with other major airlines.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
Several rules apply to car loan interest deduction While many car buyers will be thrilled to get a tax break on their car loan interest, figuring out who actually qualifies could prove to be excruciatingly painful.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
That invites speculation on what qualifies as a MAHA program.
—Isabella Cueto, STAT, 29 Dec. 2025
The quadrant's aging pavement no longer qualifies for grants, and the airport wants to build hangars compatible with modern general and business aviation, Mester said.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 19 Dec. 2025
There’s no hard and fast rule around what qualifies as a blue-collar job — but traditionally these are positions that involve manual labor or skilled trades, such as operating machinery and building infrastructure.
—Nayeli Jaramillo-Plata, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
In the era where something goes viral weekly (and attention spans are devastatingly shorter), what exactly qualifies as the best trend when we are inundated with them?
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2025
Selling after three years allows a 50% exclusion, and selling after four years qualifies for 75%.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualifies
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The new law adds homeowner protections, establishing a registry for heir properties and modifies tax sale redemption rules.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
28 Dec. 2025
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The subtlety decreases as Elvira further modifies her body in anticipation of the ball.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
23 Dec. 2025
Verb
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There isn’t anything that prepares you for that reality, especially in filmmaking.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
6 Jan. 2026
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The position prepares special reports, determines budget needs, and interprets parole policy and procedure.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
January 5,
Sacbee.com,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Finding a Golden Fan Cup Free entitles winners to 52 free Chick-fil-A entrées (choice of one Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, or 8-count Chick-fil-A Nuggets) for one year.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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On the other side of the ledger, Bournemouth have negotiated a sell-on clause which entitles them to 10 per cent of any profit City make on the 26-year-old in the future.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This depth enables more accurate color reproduction across complex scenes.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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An arbitration hearing enables the Royals and a player — including his agent and attorney — to have a panel of neutral arbitrators determine the value of the player’s contract for the coming season (in this case, 2026).—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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With the latest orders, the LM2500 now equips every active Arleigh Burke destroyer, underscoring its central role in what is widely regarded as the US Navy’s most successful surface combatant program.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Dec. 2025
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The expansion better equips Oritain to help companies verify key commodities—including timber and leather—before EUDR.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
15 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The budget line on the bill also authorizes four other full-time employees.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
9 Jan. 2026
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The new law authorizes the Illinois Commerce Commission to sign long-term contracts and allows for funding of pilot programs for geothermal energy networks.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But launching it in its app first empowers the most customers, said Mike Aragon, president of Ford’s Integrated Services software business, harkening to Ford’s history with the Model T that first made the automobile accessible to the masses.—
Breana Noble,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
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Federal health officials said the new guidance aligns the United States with other countries that recommend fewer shots and empowers parents to consult doctors to make vaccination decisions that are best for their children.—
Lena H. Sun,
Washington Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Qualifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualifies. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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