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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
Zarka talked about why the internet is history’s best medium for monsters, the origins of spooky figures and what exactly qualifies as a monster.
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Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Advocates also emphasize that Krenwinkel qualifies under youth offender parole, elderly parole and domestic violence survivor parole provisions — laws designed to recognize offenders who were young, vulnerable or under coercive control at the time of their crimes.
—Stepheny Price , Melissa Chrise, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Current law requires anyone who files nomination papers and qualifies to appear on the ballot to remain on the ballot that voters see that election cycle.
—Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Well, Rolls-Royce’s Spectre is one of the few new cars left on sale that still qualifies under the classic definition.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
There is a broader political conversation about what qualifies as context, but how many films about events in war lead with title cards detailing longer political histories?
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2025
Nick, the central character played by the director/co-screenwriter, certainly qualifies as one of those.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2025
That’s a problem since platoon backs are not good start options versus tough matchups — this qualifies as one of those.
—Kc Joyner, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
State attorneys argue that therapy qualifies as health care and that Colorado has a duty to regulate it to protect public safety.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Advocates also emphasize that Krenwinkel qualifies under youth offender parole, elderly parole and domestic violence survivor parole provisions — laws designed to recognize offenders who were young, vulnerable or under coercive control at the time of their crimes.
—Stepheny Price , Melissa Chrise, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Current law requires anyone who files nomination papers and qualifies to appear on the ballot to remain on the ballot that voters see that election cycle.
—Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Well, Rolls-Royce’s Spectre is one of the few new cars left on sale that still qualifies under the classic definition.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
There is a broader political conversation about what qualifies as context, but how many films about events in war lead with title cards detailing longer political histories?
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2025
Nick, the central character played by the director/co-screenwriter, certainly qualifies as one of those.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2025
That’s a problem since platoon backs are not good start options versus tough matchups — this qualifies as one of those.
—Kc Joyner, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
State attorneys argue that therapy qualifies as health care and that Colorado has a duty to regulate it to protect public safety.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualifies
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The third amendment, set for a vote, from Wilson, modifies federal statutes related to military bases.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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If the administrative law judge finds in favor of the petitioners on any of the issues raised, or finds the DNR did not comply with some aspect of state law, then the project can’t move forward unless the DNR modifies the permit.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
16 June 2024
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The degree will be awarded in industrial and organizational psychology, which prepares students to work in such areas as human resources and workforce analytics, positions in high demand throughout Southern California.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Oct. 2025
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As Sean Payton’s team prepares for the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon, a pivot point in the regular season arrives.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
19 Oct. 2025
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For classical concerts, the purchase of an adult ticket entitles patrons to a complementary ticket for a guest under 18.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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The country’s pension plan entitles them to reap a maximum of 50% of their annual average earnings, according to the Centre of European and International Liaisons for Social Security (Cleiss).—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
16 Sep. 2025
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The Chinese mill’s Soft Raw collection enables customer to use unwashed denim directly off the roll with a soft comfortable hand and deep dark inky indigo shades.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
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The breakthrough introduces an electro-morphing gel (e-MG) that enables robots to change shape and move with lifelike agility.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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William and Kate met with Chief Fire & Rescue Officer, Aidan Jennings, and learned how the college equips trainees with the necessary skills.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
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Williams’ background in urban planning and ecology also equips her to help clients restore the landscapes around their buildings, turning projects into regenerative spaces rather than scars on the land.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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It was originally intended to protect electricity ratepayers from having to shoulder the costs of data centers in their communities, but now simply authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to study whether the cost-shift is happening.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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The council’s decision authorizes city staffers to seek bids to install the new turf, which is expected to cost about $2 million.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Oct. 2025
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The story of the emperor with no clothes shows how common knowledge empowers collective action.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
14 Oct. 2025
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For Jane, that looks like her Roots and Shoots program, which empowers young people to be the positive change in their communities, identifying problems and working together to come up with solutions.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Qualifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualifies. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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