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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
The park officially opens on May 22, however only annual passholders, Military Freedom Passholders and guests who purchase qualifying Universal Orlando vacation packages are eligible to visit during its initial opening window.
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Eve Chen, USA Today, 16 May 2025
The number of people qualified as unemployed increased by 7,000 in April and was 46,000 higher than in April 2024, the report showed.
—Jim Saunders, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 May 2025
During the semi-finals, only voters from countries that qualified and from non-participating countries can vote, and only the audience televote points determine the qualifying countries.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 16 May 2025
To qualify for a grade, a player had to play at least 30 games for the Rangers and finish the year with the organization.
—Peter Baugh, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Eve Chen, USA Today, 16 May 2025
The number of people qualified as unemployed increased by 7,000 in April and was 46,000 higher than in April 2024, the report showed.
—Jim Saunders, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 May 2025
During the semi-finals, only voters from countries that qualified and from non-participating countries can vote, and only the audience televote points determine the qualifying countries.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 16 May 2025
To qualify for a grade, a player had to play at least 30 games for the Rangers and finish the year with the organization.
—Peter Baugh, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualify
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After that, Newsom has 120 days to either to approve the pardon, modify it or deny it.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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Since then, Microsoft has continued to modify the software's design in bits and pieces, both for individual apps and for foundational UI elements like the Taskbar, system tray, and Windows Explorer.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
13 May 2025
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Several media outlets reported earlier this month that the Trump administration was preparing releasing the full audio.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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This is when everything used for the production is broken back down and prepared to be returned or stored.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
17 May 2025
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People are entitled to formal charges, legal representation, the presentation of evidence, a jury trial, and other guarantees.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
10 May 2025
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In particular, that will mean up to 13,000 metric tons of American beef (apparently the equivalent of 52 million steaks) going tariff-free to the U.K. British famers will be entitled to send the same amount in our direction, which may be more of a challenge.—
The Editors,
National Review,
10 May 2025
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This solution integrates contact centers with operational systems, enabling both self-service and live agent support across channels like voice, chat, and SMS.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Many of the moms invited her to their homes to treat their trees, enabling her to experiment with best practices and correct her mistakes.—
Nicole Sours Larson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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The designs are equipped with a hint of femininity and edginess.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
12 May 2025
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The unit is also equipped with a Clean Sense IQ monitor, which will keep track of any extra particles.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
12 May 2025
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This could explain why the Dodgers are taking their time with Ohtani, who isn’t expected to pitch until after the All-Star break, according to a person familiar with the team’s thinking but not authorized to speak publicly.—
Dylan Hernández,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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When last year’s controversy over the park plans erupted, Floridians had just six days to absorb the news before a series of near-simultaneous, one-hour hearings were scheduled around the state, during which presenters were not authorized to answer questions.—
Emily L Mahoney,
Sun Sentinel,
7 May 2025
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Conceptualized and developed by High Profile Lifestyle (HPL), Freelancers Unplugged is a 6-part concert series created to inspire, empower, and celebrate freelancers across the entertainment industry.—
Malana VanTyle,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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For starters, a team that’s aligned on the mission and empowered to make decisions is going to move faster—way faster—than one waiting around for the boss’s rubber stamp.—
Allison Maslan,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Qualify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualify. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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