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as in to modify
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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2
as in to prepare
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 to entitle
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
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as in to enable
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 qualify
This 9+1 program helps local New Yorkers qualify and filters out wealthy people who have minimal free time—or can spend their free time on expensive diversions—all while helping new runners train and stay motivated.
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Alex Mayyasi, NPR, 17 Mar. 2026
Brunson has appeared in 64 games, which is the minimum requirement to qualify for end-of-the-season NBA awards and honors like Most Valuable Player and First Team All-NBA.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
Standard Same-Day Delivery for Prime members remains free on qualifying orders, the company said.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
The state’s Economic Development for a Growing Economy program offers annual corporate tax credits to qualifying businesses that create jobs, investment and training programs in Illinois.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
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Alex Mayyasi, NPR, 17 Mar. 2026
Brunson has appeared in 64 games, which is the minimum requirement to qualify for end-of-the-season NBA awards and honors like Most Valuable Player and First Team All-NBA.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
Standard Same-Day Delivery for Prime members remains free on qualifying orders, the company said.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
The state’s Economic Development for a Growing Economy program offers annual corporate tax credits to qualifying businesses that create jobs, investment and training programs in Illinois.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualify
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The tech industry has fiercely lobbied against efforts to modify or abolish Section 230, as it is considered a cornerstone of Silicon Valley’s growth over the past 30 years.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2026
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The council also amended the ordinance’s reporting requirements, modifying them from one annual report to semiannual reports, with an initial report covering January through December 2025 due by the end of the fiscal year.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Still, nothing could have prepared us for the 2026 Oscars, where Anne Hathaway joined Wintour on stage to present the awards for achievement in costume design and achievement in makeup and hairstyling.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2026
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How to prepare before strong winds approach Trim tree branches away from your house and power lines.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2026
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Missing that deadline can mean losing money you were legally entitled to keep.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Some would say, some did say to us, that’s just democracy in action and those are the interested parties, entitled to support their preferred candidate as the system dictates.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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Poulette’s new digs — complete with a bigger kitchen, larger walk-in cooler and upgraded ovens — will enable the business to increase production of its staples, such as macarons, as well as add new items to the menu.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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Next-gen atomic clock The breakthrough in miniaturisation is enabled by a quantum-optical technique known as coherent population trapping, which replaces the bulkier microwave-cavity approach used in traditional atomic clocks.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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The property is equipped with a heating system.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
17 Mar. 2026
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My in-destination partners are equipped to handle any unexpected challenges swiftly, maintaining the quality and enjoyment of your travel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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The city's Board of Directors approved a resolution authorizing the grant application in a unanimous voice vote as part of the board's consent agenda during a meeting Tuesday.—
Joseph Flaherty,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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Congress responded by authorizing all necessary means to go after the perpetrators of 9/11.—
Ryan Lucas,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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The other bills would have the Legislative Analyst’s Office study how the plan aligns with the state budget (AB 2149), devise a dashboard to inform the public about progress (AB 2514) and empower a new commission to oversee the plan (AB 2202).—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Of course, there were skeptics—including Heated Rivalry star François Arnaud—who questioned how much the NHL would do to actually empower the LGBTQ community on and off the ice.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Qualify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualify. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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