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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
Who qualifies for the suburban Milwaukee County Lead Abatement Program?
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Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Selling after three years allows a 50% exclusion, and selling after four years qualifies for 75%.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Here's who qualifies for Indiana's EAP benefits and how to get them.
—John Tufts, IndyStar, 5 Nov. 2025
Here's who qualifies for EAP benefits and how to get them.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Nov. 2025
Sunday’s 27-24 victory over the Lions in Detroit qualifies as such.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Requirements differ between states, with some requiring a one-week waiting period before someone qualifies for payments.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Additionally, under the proposal, a household that qualifies to receive assistance could not pay more than 3% of its monthly income on water bills.
—Arpan Lobo, Freep.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Who qualifies for the Rock Hall?
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 28 Oct. 2025
Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Selling after three years allows a 50% exclusion, and selling after four years qualifies for 75%.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Here's who qualifies for Indiana's EAP benefits and how to get them.
—John Tufts, IndyStar, 5 Nov. 2025
Here's who qualifies for EAP benefits and how to get them.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Nov. 2025
Sunday’s 27-24 victory over the Lions in Detroit qualifies as such.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Requirements differ between states, with some requiring a one-week waiting period before someone qualifies for payments.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Additionally, under the proposal, a household that qualifies to receive assistance could not pay more than 3% of its monthly income on water bills.
—Arpan Lobo, Freep.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Who qualifies for the Rock Hall?
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualifies
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The State Department regularly updates and modifies travel advisories based on current events, geopolitical issues, and analysis of overall threat risks.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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Arriving in the summer of 2026, the Mustang RTR arose from three years of work by Ford engineers and Gittin’s RTR Vehicles, which modifies vehicles’ performance and looks.—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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The government shutdown saga is nearing an end as Congress prepares for votes this week on a deal.—
Caren Bohan,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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The letter’s release comes as President Sharaa—a former militant leader who has publicly renounced extremism - prepares for a historic White House summit.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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The qualifying offer is a one-year, $22 million contract that entitles the issuing team to draft compensation if it gets rejected, while also forcing the new team that signs the player in question to give up a draft pick.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 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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This enables continuous charging and reduces the need for large onboard batteries.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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The declaration enables the county to set aside $200,000 in contingency funds to help impacted residents.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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If Jentleson’s aim is to moderate an increasingly radical Team Blue, this certainly equips him with a solid rationale.—
Chicago Tribune,
Twin Cities,
29 Oct. 2025
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If Jentleson’s aim is to moderate an increasingly radical Team Blue, this certainly equips him with a solid rationale.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The justices probed whether the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) authorizes the president to impose tariffs on nearly all imports or whether such measures intrude on Congress’s exclusive taxing authority.—
James Sample,
ABC News,
5 Nov. 2025
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Jeri said the measure, starting just after midnight and approved by the Council of Ministers, authorizes the deployment of the armed forces alongside the police to maintain public order.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
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Through her book, coaching programs, and authentic voice, Keisha Leilani empowers women to embrace their confidence and express themselves fully.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The work of the foundation could not only address practical needs like building safe, inspiring spaces for children but also celebrate local stories, crafts and traditions in a way that empowers individuals and communities.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Qualifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualifies. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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